one-shot

[ wuhn-shot ]

noun

1. a magazine, brochure, or the like that is published only one time, with no subsequent issues intended, usually containing articles and photographs devoted to one topical subject.
2. a single appearance by a performer, as in a play, motion picture, or television program.
3. a close-up camera shot of one person.
4. something occurring, done, used, etc., only once.

adjective

1. occurring, done, etc., only once.
2. achieved or accomplished with a single try:

   a one-shot solution.

Word History and Origins

Origin of one-shot¹

First recorded in 1905–10

Example Sentences

The 38-year-old from Southport holds a one-shot lead over British Masters winner Niklas Norgaard and Belgium's Thomas Detry.

From BBC

Horschel, who started the final round with a one-shot lead in his bid to win his first major, dropped back around the turn and birdied his last three holes for a 68 for his best finish in a major.

From Los Angeles Times

Australia's Stephanie Kyriacou heads into the final round of the Evian Championship with a one-shot lead.

From BBC

That took him from one shot behind Greg Chalmers to a one-shot lead when Chalmers could only manage a par.

From Seattle Times

Hoffman posted a 5-under 65 for a one-shot lead over five players who all had a big advantage of playing in the morning.

From Seattle Times

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