sharpshooting
noun
sharp·shoot·ing
ˈshärp-ˌshü-tiŋ 
1
: shooting with great precision
2
: accurate and usually unexpected attack (as in words)
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Others relied on their sharpshooting abilities to knock down long-range shots.
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Jason Beede, Sun Sentinel, 16 May 2026
Considering his sharpshooting, quickness, defensive instincts and poise, Tanner has the total package as a two-way guard.
—Brendan Marks, New York Times, 9 May 2026
Now, with Kennard coming off the bench, the Lakers hoped to get their sharpshooting swingman going again after rough Game 4 and 5 outings.
—Benjamin Royer, Oc Register, 2 May 2026
But for a rookie to lead the NBA in 3s is truly remarkable, and Knueppel’s sharpshooting ability had ripple effects across the overall execution of Charlotte’s offense en route to the Play-In Tournament.
—Bennett Durando, Denver Post, 20 Apr. 2026
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Jason Beede, Sun Sentinel, 16 May 2026
Considering his sharpshooting, quickness, defensive instincts and poise, Tanner has the total package as a two-way guard.
—Brendan Marks, New York Times, 9 May 2026
Now, with Kennard coming off the bench, the Lakers hoped to get their sharpshooting swingman going again after rough Game 4 and 5 outings.
—Benjamin Royer, Oc Register, 2 May 2026
But for a rookie to lead the NBA in 3s is truly remarkable, and Knueppel’s sharpshooting ability had ripple effects across the overall execution of Charlotte’s offense en route to the Play-In Tournament.
—Bennett Durando, Denver Post, 20 Apr. 2026
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“Sharpshooting.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/sharpshooting. Accessed 21 May. 2026.
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