buzzer

Example Sentences

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Each had 17 points in the first half, Robinson banking in a three-pointer from half court at the buzzer to pull the Trailblazers to within six.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 1, 2026

When longtime announcer Don Pardo asks Kroeger’s milquetoast contender, “When is the next reappearance of Halley’s Comet scheduled?” a buzzer instantly cuts him off.

From Salon • Feb. 22, 2026

The line between TMI and TLI—too little information—can feel like playing the board game Operation: one tiny flinch in either direction and the buzzer goes off.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 20, 2026

Game two saw more drama when De'Aaron Fox sank a three-pointer at the buzzer to give USA Stripes a 42-40 triumph over USA Stars.

From Barron's • Feb. 16, 2026

This was curious, because usually people rang the buzzer downstairs first.

From "The Joy Luck Club" by Amy Tan