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Recent Examples of long shot
Scotland and its passionate fans are waiting for lots of things to go right to make the knockout stage in a long shot bid with three points.
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ABC News,
27 June 2026
Even the bill's backers say securing passage this year is a long shot.
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Julie Appleby,
CBS News,
25 June 2026
That chance is a long shot with Ivory Coast as an overwhelming favorite.
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Dan Santaromita,
New York Times,
25 June 2026
At stake for Scheffler is a chance — a long shot at that — to get the final leg of the career Grand Slam — on Father’s Day, which also happens to be his 30th birthday.
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Doug Ferguson,
Chicago Tribune,
21 June 2026
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ABC News,
27 June 2026
Even the bill's backers say securing passage this year is a long shot.
—
Julie Appleby,
CBS News,
25 June 2026
That chance is a long shot with Ivory Coast as an overwhelming favorite.
—
Dan Santaromita,
New York Times,
25 June 2026
At stake for Scheffler is a chance — a long shot at that — to get the final leg of the career Grand Slam — on Father’s Day, which also happens to be his 30th birthday.
—
Doug Ferguson,
Chicago Tribune,
21 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for long shot
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But the Idaho cyclist heads into this year’s tour as a wild card and a popular dark horse pick after a hectic start to the 2026 season.
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However, Norway is a worthy dark horse — not only in the match itself, but the entire tournament.
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The 16-man team will be coached by Lakers assistant coach Ty Abbott and begin summer league play Friday against the Golden State Warriors at Chase Center.
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With group play coming to a close and the Round of 32 approaching, the competition is heating up as teams look to punch their tickets to the knockout round in hopes of hoisting the FIFA World Cup Trophy at the final on Sunday, July 19.
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The Declaration champions the right to alter or abolish government destructive of life, liberty, and happiness.
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During a weekend that celebrates life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness, Wimbledon offers an American variation in the pursuit of Grand Slam glory.
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“Long shot.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/long%20shot. Accessed 6 Jul. 2026.
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