Cool MateMeaning of That's the long shot
An attempt or possibility that has a very low chance of success.
In simple words: A chance that is unlikely to succeed.
That's the long shot in a sentence
- Getting that promotion feels like that's the long shot.
- He applied to the elite school, but let's be honest, that's the long shot.
- They said going for the world record was that's the long shot.
- With our budget, buying a house in the city is really that's the long shot.
How to use That's the long shot
Used in casual conversations to express a hopeful but unlikely possibility. Not suitable for formal contexts.
Grammar pattern
standalone expression
Memory hint
Think of a basketball player taking a difficult, distant shot; it's a 'long shot' at the basket.
Related words
Collocations with That's the long shot
- take a long shot
- that was a long shot
- it's a long shot
- long shot attempt
Synonyms for That's the long shot
- unlikely chance
- last resort
- remote possibility
- slim chance
Common mistakes with That's the long shot
- Confused with 'long shot' without knowing it's a phrase.
- Used in overly formal settings.
- Misunderstood as meaning a definite success.
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Frequently asked questions about That's the long shot
What does That's the long shot mean?
A chance that is unlikely to succeed.
What is the definition of That's the long shot?
An attempt or possibility that has a very low chance of success.
How do you use That's the long shot in a sentence?
Getting that promotion feels like that's the long shot.
Can you give another example of That's the long shot?
He applied to the elite school, but let's be honest, that's the long shot.
What are synonyms for That's the long shot?
Common alternatives include unlikely chance, last resort, remote possibility, slim chance.
What words go with That's the long shot?
It commonly pairs with take a long shot, that was a long shot, it's a long shot, long shot attempt.
What are common mistakes when using That's the long shot?
Confused with 'long shot' without knowing it's a phrase. Used in overly formal settings. Misunderstood as meaning a definite success.
How do you pronounce That's the long shot?
US: //ðæts ðə lɔŋ ʃɑt//, UK: //ðæts ðə lɔːŋ ʃɒt//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
Is That's the long shot formal or informal?
"That's the long shot" is informal, so it fits casual conversation with friends and family.
When should I use That's the long shot?
Used in casual conversations to express a hopeful but unlikely possibility. Not suitable for formal contexts.