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hit and miss

[hit-n-mis] / ˈhɪt nˈmɪs /


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“It’s hit and miss, same as L.A.,” he said.

From Los Angeles Times • May 18, 2026

Norcross: Allen is hit and miss, but if he gets going those small grounds in India won't be able to contain his monstrously destructive hitting.

From BBC • Feb. 6, 2026

Attracting fresh blood can be a struggle, says Mr Truman, and appeals for new joiners can be hit and miss with some dropping out despite showing early interest in joining the team.

From BBC • Mar. 9, 2024

It’s worth noting that the California Adventure food booths can be hit and miss.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 24, 2024

While she turned the tiny hems and ran the wonderful seams, Davie, winter-bound, sat on the tall stool before his loom, the bobbins wound with rags for a hit and miss.

From Life at High Tide by Alden, Henry Mills




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