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shooting

NOUN
firing a weapon
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After starting to film his section of the music video, An alleges West "couldn't remember his lines", shouted cut, and turned his attention to shooting a different scene.

From BBC • Jun. 10, 2026

The singer and actress, 32, first met Slater, 34, in 2023 while they were shooting the two films in the UK.

From BBC • Jun. 9, 2026

No information was released on the victims or circumstances of the shooting.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 8, 2026

The fundamental problem of playing against Wembanyama is how easily he can wall off shooting opportunities.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 7, 2026

Alex thrusts his hand, sending a burst of light shooting outta his palm.

From "The Manifestor Prophecy" by Angie Thomas




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