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Shot Definition & Meaning

1. A small amount of liquid medicine or vaccine injected into the body with a needle.

Example: The doctor gave me a flu shot to protect me from getting sick.

2. A single round of ammunition fired from a gun.

Example: The soldier fired a warning shot to scare off the enemy.

3. A photograph, especially one taken quickly or without much thought.

Example: I took a quick shot of the sunset before it disappeared behind the horizon.

4. A chance or attempt at doing something.

Example: He took a shot at solving the math problem, but couldn't figure it out.

5. A strong alcoholic drink, usually taken in one gulp.

Example: He downed a shot of tequila before heading out to the party.

Examples of the word shot used in sentences.

  • My friend took a shot of tequila, but I prefer beer.
  • The detective heard a shot in the dark alleyway and ran towards it.
  • She gave me a shot of confidence before my job interview.
  • I need to get a flu shot before the winter comes.
  • The basketball player took a shot and scored a point.
  • I got a flu shot at the doctor's office.
  • The photographer tried to get the perfect shot of the sunset.
  • My friend is really good at taking shots in basketball.
  • I took a shot of espresso to start my day.
  • The police officer fired a shot to scare off the thief.
  • The photographer captured an incredible shot of the sunrise over the ocean.
  • The doctor administered a flu shot to prevent me from getting sick during the winter.
  • I took a shot at solving the math problem, but unfortunately, my answer was wrong.
  • The basketball player took a shot from half-court and managed to make the basket.
  • The police officer fired a warning shot to scare away the burglars.
  • The actor had to do several takes to get the perfect shot for the movie scene.
  • The hunter aimed carefully and took a shot at the deer in the distance.
  • The basketball player took a shot from beyond the arc and scored a three-pointer.
  • The nurse gave me a shot to protect me from the flu.
  • The golfer made a great shot from the sand trap and landed the ball on the green.
  • The basketball player made an incredible three-point shot from half-court to win the game.
  • After receiving his vaccination shot, John felt relieved and grateful for modern medicine.
  • The photographer captured an amazing shot of the sunset over the ocean.
  • The golfer's shot landed just inches from the hole, making him the winner of the tournament.
  • The gunshot was so loud that it startled everyone in the vicinity.
  • The basketball player made an incredible shot from half-court and won the game.
  • After the terrorist attack, the victim survived the gunshot wound and received medical treatment.
  • The photographer captured the perfect shot of the sunset over the beach.
  • The film director wanted to create a dramatic effect, so he added a slow-motion shot of the car crashing.
  • The doctor administered a flu shot to protect the patient from getting sick.
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