Meaning of 'Long shot'
What does the saying 'Long shot' mean?
Idiom: Long shot
Meaning:
If something is a long shot, there is only a very small chance of success.
Country: International English |
Subject Area: War, weapons and conflict |
Usage Type: Both or All Words Used
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