wayward shot

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Describes a shot in sports that does not go in the intended direction.

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Examples (10)

  • The golfer hit a wayward shot that landed in the water hazard.
  • His wayward shot went wide of the goal, much to the crowd's dismay.
  • Despite her skill, she occasionally sends a wayward shot out of bounds.
  • The basketball player's wayward shot completely missed the hoop.
  • A wayward shot from the striker almost hit a spectator.
  • He practiced for hours to avoid making another wayward shot.
  • The coach was frustrated by the team's numerous wayward shots during the game.
  • If you hit a wayward shot, you might incur a penalty.
  • Her opponent capitalized on her wayward shot to win the point.
  • Even professional athletes can make a wayward shot sometimes.