last shot
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But Jackson’s October 1984 episode was above all a political act — “this last shot at America’s mind,” he calls it in a monologue that’s part victory lap, part wake-up call.
From Salon • Feb. 22, 2026
His most recent heartbreak came before the 2022 Games, when the U.S. trials in mixed doubles came down to the last shot.
From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 11, 2026
Four years ago, he lost a spot in mixed doubles for the Beijing Olympics on the last shot at trials.
From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 4, 2026
This might be the last shot at glory as Manchester City players for some.
From BBC • Mar. 30, 2025
And then he stifles a sob with the last shot.
From "Will Grayson, Will Grayson" by John Green and David Levithan
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