What is another word for hail mary play?
Pronunciation: [hˈe͡ɪl mˈe͡əɹi plˈe͡ɪ] (IPA) 
A "Hail Mary play" is a desperation move in sports, usually in American football, that involves a long, high-risk pass to the end zone to save the game. This term has become synonymous with any risky or improbable attempt to achieve a goal. Other expressions that convey similar meanings include a long shot, a last-ditch effort, a desperate maneuver, a hail mary pass, a do-or-die move, or a moonshot. While these expressions all share the idea of a last-chance effort, they may differ slightly in emphasis or connotation depending on the context. Regardless of the words used, these are all phrases that suggest a high level of risk and a low level of expected success.
