errant shot
[/ˈɛrənt ʃɑːt/]
nounpl: errant shots
tiro errado
1. A shot that misses the intended target or goes off course in sports such as basketball, soccer, tennis, or firearms shooting
The basketball player's errant shot bounced off the rim and into the opponent's hands.
O tiro errado do jogador de basquete saiu da tabela e caiu nas mãos do adversário.
2. An inaccurate or poorly aimed attempt in combat sports or hunting
His errant shot in the shooting competition cost him points.
Seu tiro errado na competição de tiro o custou pontos.
The term 'errant shot' is widely used in American sports broadcasting, particularly in basketball where missed shots are frequently criticized. In Brazil, 'tiro errado' is common in football/soccer and basketball commentary. The concept is universal across sports cultures and is essential terminology for sports analysts and commentators in both English and Portuguese-speaking countries.
NYC Slang
brick (primarily in basketball context)
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