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Definitions from the WebTerm: bank shot Part of Speech: Noun Sense 1: A shot in sports, such as billiards or basketball, where a player hits the ball off the side or bank of a table or backboard to achieve a desired angle or trajectory. Example Sentence: He skillfully executed a bank shot in billiards, pocketing the ball perfectly. Part of Speech: Noun Sense 2: A method of propelling an object, such as a missile, by bouncing or rebounding it off a surface. Example Sentence: The missile was launched using a bank shot technique, bouncing off a nearby satellite for additional propulsion. Part of Speech: Noun Sense 3: A basketball shot where the ball hits the backboard before going into the basket. Example Sentence: The player made a stunning bank shot from a difficult angle, scoring two points for his team. Part of Speech: Adjective Sense 1: Describing an action or strategy that involves relying on indirect or rebounding methods, rather than a straightforward approach. Example Sentence: The team used a bank shot strategy to secure their victory, surprising their opponents with unexpected moves. | ||||
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