combination shot

noun

1. a shot in pool in which the cue ball strikes at least one object ball before contact is made with the ball to be pocketed.

Word History and Origins

Origin of combination shot¹

First recorded in 1905–10

Example Sentences

Separately, Novavax said its COVID/flu combination shot was safe and well-tolerated in a mid-stage study, sending shares of the company up 9% before the bell.

From Reuters

Jacobs said Novavax would seek funding for its COVID/influenza combination shot, including a potential partnership, depending on whether the upcoming data is positive.

From Reuters

Today, Americans get one formula based on the original coronavirus strain that emerged in 2020 for their first two or three doses - and their latest booster is a combination shot made by Pfizer or Moderna that adds omicron protection.

From Washington Times

Today, Americans get one formula based on the original coronavirus strain that emerged in 2020 for their first two or three doses — and their latest booster is a combination shot made by Pfizer or Moderna that adds omicron protection.

From Seattle Times

The early-stage study, which is being sponsored by BioNTech, aims to evaluate the combination shot's safety, tolerability and immunogenicity, or the ability to generate immune response.

From Reuters