stray bullet

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a bullet that hits something by chance

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Examples (10)

  • An innocent bystander was tragically killed by a stray bullet during the shootout.
  • The window was shattered by a stray bullet from the nearby conflict.
  • He was lucky to be alive after a stray bullet lodged in the wall just inches from his head.
  • The biggest fear for residents is that a stray bullet might hit their home.
  • A stray bullet whistled past his ear.
  • The surgeon carefully removed the stray bullet from the patient's shoulder.
  • During the riot, several buildings were damaged by stray bullets.
  • Police warned citizens to stay indoors due to the risk of stray bullets.
  • The soldier's helmet deflected what could have been a fatal stray bullet.
  • Her car had a dent from a stray bullet that hit it last night.