long-shot

[US]/[ˈlɒŋ ʃɒt]/
[UK]/[ˈlɑːŋ ʃɒt]/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n.A chance or possibility of success, especially one that is unlikely.; A long-range shot, especially in sports.; A candidate with little chance of winning an election.
adj.Having a low probability of success; unlikely.
Word Forms

Phrases & Collocations

long-shot chance

long-shot bet

taking a long-shot

long-shot attempt

long-shot player

long-shot candidate

long-shot idea

Example Sentences

it's a long-shot, but we might get a promotion this year.

the team's chances of winning are a long-shot given their injuries.

investing in that startup is a long-shot, but the potential rewards are high.

landing that client is a long-shot, but we'll give it our best shot.

securing funding for the project is a long-shot without a strong proposal.

getting the job after only a few months of experience is a long-shot.

the long-shot candidate surprised everyone by winning the election.

it's a long-shot to finish the marathon in under four hours.

trying to convince them to change their minds is a long-shot.

finding a cure for the disease remains a long-shot despite years of research.

the long-shot plan to save the company involved drastic measures.

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