What is another word for outside shot?

Pronunciation: [a͡ʊtsˈa͡ɪd ʃˈɒt] (IPA)

The phrase "outside shot" is commonly used in basketball to refer to a shot taken from beyond the three-point line. However, there are several other synonyms that can be used interchangeably with this phrase. Some of these include long-range shot, perimeter shot, deep shot, and clutch shot. The term long-range shot emphasizes the distance from which the shot is taken, while perimeter shot emphasizes the outside area of the court where the shot is taken from. A deep shot refers to a particularly long outside shot, while a clutch shot describes a shot taken in a high-pressure situation. Regardless of which synonym is used, all refer to a shot taken from a distance outside the immediate vicinity of the basket.

What are the hypernyms for Outside shot?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

Famous quotes with Outside shot

  • You look at today, it's a different situation. You have a game that has been transformed into a game where almost every shot is either an outside shot - a three-point shot - or a dunk.
    Oscar Robertson

Related words: outside shot in basketball, outside shot in volleyball, the outside shot, outside the three-point line, outside shooting, outside game, three-point line

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