have a shot
Example Sentences
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And instead of toiling away for a moribund franchise, Garrett will now have a shot at a Super Bowl.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 2, 2026
The Norwegian was out-battled by United defender Lisandro Martinez on Saturday, managing just 14 touches of the ball and failing to have a shot on target.
From BBC • Jan. 17, 2026
I knew the only way I’d have a shot at becoming a successful writer was if I kept writing.
From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 9, 2025
“He’s telling stories about people out here, who don’t really have a shot at getting their stories heard very often.”
From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 3, 2025
We’d have a shot if we got to the cellar and came up into the yard.
From "The Marrow Thieves" by Cherie Dimaline
