hit or miss
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Salt is a notoriously hit or miss player, given his ultra-aggressive style.
From BBC • Mar. 2, 2026
"It was really hit or miss because every day he would go out to do sound check, and he would choose one of his three pianos and play something like Expecting To Fly," says Hannah.
From BBC • Apr. 13, 2025
The Post newsroom is hit or miss on that count.
From Salon • Oct. 25, 2024
“A lot of croissants, obviously. I do like escargot. I know it’s like a hit or miss between some people, but honestly don’t mind the snails too much,” Gauff said.
From Seattle Times • May 21, 2024
It could be crazy hot, and the hot dogs were often hit or miss, but it was something they always did—just him and her.
From "The Parker Inheritance" by Varian Johnson
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