How to Use clay pigeon in a Sentence

clay pigeon

noun
  • Trap features one station from which clay pigeons are launched.
    — Josh Reed, Anchorage Daily News, 7 July 2023
  • Most clay pigeon throwers have at least some sort of wired foot-pedal control.
    — The Editors, Outdoor Life, 15 Nov. 2019
  • Saunter over to the spa, play a round of golf, or try out archery or clay pigeon shooting during your stay.
    — Kelsey Fowler, Travel + Leisure, 23 Dec. 2021
  • My teenage son and I spent a great hour clay pigeon shooting and watched a group enjoying archery.
    — Jonathan Samuels, theweek, 31 Dec. 2024
  • One man acknowledged shooting a shotgun at some clay pigeons.
    — David Fleshler, Sun-Sentinel.com, 1 Sep. 2017
  • The clay pigeons were sent soaring in the air at the press of a button by one of our shooting instructors.
    — Diana Pearl, PEOPLE.com, 26 Dec. 2017
  • Shooters use shotguns with each shot projecting hundreds of small lead balls to hit the clay pigeons.
    — Brie Stimson, Fox News, 12 Feb. 2025
  • Very much like Sophie, Rebecca hit a clay pigeon on the third try.
    — Christopher Rudolph, People.com, 31 July 2025
  • Shooters use shotguns, with each shot projecting hundreds of small lead balls to hit the clay pigeons.
    — Ashley Hume, FOXNews.com, 7 June 2025
  • Aerial target drones are affordably built, and used as a type of robotic clay pigeon for and anti-air missiles.
    — Kelsey D. Atherton, Popular Science, 24 Feb. 2021
  • Nearby there’s also pheasant, partridge, and clay pigeon shooting, along with deer stalking.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 12 Mar. 2026
  • Country pursuits are the order of the day – a light spot of riding, tennis, clay pigeon shooting, or falconry.
    — Lydia Bell, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 Feb. 2026
  • Aerial targets are tougher, but not too difficult, and something that breaks when hit—a clay pigeon for example—is ideal.
    — Ted Trueblood, Field & Stream, 14 Nov. 2020
  • Graham shared a photo of himself shooting clay pigeons on social media on Monday evening.
    — Brooke Migdon, PEOPLE, 31 Mar. 2026
  • Meanwhile, Claudia details on-board clay pigeon shooting, fencing classes and time spent working out in the on-board gym.
    — Francesca Street, CNN, 30 Mar. 2023
  • Entry includes two boxes of ammunition, T-shirt and clay pigeons.
    — baltimoresun.com, 26 May 2018
  • Paige and Brooke occasionally shoot clay pigeons but haven’t been hunting since completing the safety course.
    — Rachel Siegel, Washington Post, 8 Feb. 2018
  • There are also cooking lessons with the estate’s chef, truffle hunting excursions, clay pigeon shooting and hiking and cycling trails.
    — Laurie Werner, Forbes, 7 May 2021
  • Rober built the robot by tweaking a clay pigeon thrower, creating wooden custom throwing arms and a base for stability.
    — Laura Yan, Popular Mechanics, 4 Aug. 2018
  • The team finally became a reality thanks to a clay pigeon shoot fundraiser in May that raised more money than expected.
    — Billy Kobin, The Courier-Journal, 7 Sep. 2021
  • Ken’s zest for life was evident in his love for outdoor pursuits, including hunting, fishing, golfing, shooting clay pigeons, and more.
    — Contributed Content, Twin Cities, 7 Feb. 2025
  • In addition to lead, the county’s staff report notes the site includes bullet and clay pigeon debris that must be removed to meet residential standards.
    — Sean Campbell, Sacbee.com, 14 June 2025
  • Actor Christy Carlson Romano says she was shot in the face while shooting clay pigeons with her husband, showing off her bloodied eye in a new video.
    — Elizabeth Both, NBC News, 10 Feb. 2025
  • Cotswolds area activities and experiences can also be arranged, which might include local market tours or clay pigeon shooting.
    — Rachel Chang, Travel + Leisure, 16 Feb. 2022
  • But today, regular, non-avian shooting remains popular at the summer games, typically involving the use of clay pigeons.
    — Justin Klawans, The Week Us, theweek, 9 Aug. 2024
  • Of course, the resort is also open during the summer, offering cinematic adventures such as hot-air ballooning, rock climbing and clay pigeon shooting in warmer months.
    — Spencer Whaley, Forbes.com, 9 Sep. 2025
  • Perry remembers them meeting at a clay pigeon shoot, long a popular activity for political fundraising in Texas.
    — John C. Moritz, Austin American-Statesman, 1 July 2024
  • That said, there are lots of fun activities on the property itself, including falconry, clay pigeon shooting, pottery classes, and horseback riding.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 24 Feb. 2026
  • Other activities include game and clay pigeon shooting, swimming in the outdoor pool, tennis and croquet and sightseeing Edinburgh an hour away.
    — Laurie Werner, Forbes, 31 May 2021
  • Guests can also partake in a plethora of on-site outdoor activities, including golf (there’s an 18-hole course) and trout fishing, falconry and clay pigeon shooting.
    — Malina Saval, Variety, 8 Mar. 2023

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