LONG SHOT Synonyms: 19 Similar and Opposite Words

long shot

noun

Definition of long shot

as in dark horse

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sure thing

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Recent Examples of long shot Landing him is a long shot, a half-court heave, but what’s realistically stopping the Heat from taking it? — Omar Kelly, Miami Herald, 29 June 2026 Landing Goggins for the cameo was a long shot, the band noted in a statement, but the White Lotus and Righteous Gemstones star readily agreed. — Cheyenne Roundtree, Rolling Stone, 29 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 That’s because Israel seeks to qualify through the Union of European Football Associations, whose ranks are so strong that even a solid campaign can become a long shot for the World Cup. — Deborah Danan, Sun Sentinel, 29 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for long shot

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Noun

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.

— Idaho Statesman, Idaho Statesman, 30 June 2026
However, Norway is a worthy dark horse — not only in the match itself, but the entire tournament.

— Nick Harris, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 30 June 2026

Definition of dark horse

Noun

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.

— Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 2 July 2026
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.

— Jaclyn Hendricks, PEOPLE, 2 July 2026

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Noun

The Declaration champions the right to alter or abolish government destructive of life, liberty, and happiness.

— Brian DeLay, Mercury News, 4 July 2026
During a weekend that celebrates life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness, Wimbledon offers an American variation in the pursuit of Grand Slam glory.

— Douglas Robson, Los Angeles Times, 4 July 2026

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