long shot
Example Sentences
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“My favorite long shot is ‘Wonder Man,’ Marvel’s love letter to Hollywood dreams and dreamers,” says Tracy Brown.
From Los Angeles Times • May 20, 2026
It was a long shot in the courtroom.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 19, 2026
Both leads in ‘Death by Lightning’ are deserving, but it seems a long shot.
From Los Angeles Times • May 19, 2026
The rescue effort was seen as a long shot and criticised by experts who said it would only cause the animal more distress.
From Barron's • May 2, 2026
Dr. von Braun wasn't giving up, not by a long shot.
From "October Sky" by Homer Hickam
