best shot
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Mackinder’s argument was simple: Whoever dominates that landmass has the best shot at dominating global power.
From MarketWatch • Apr. 9, 2026
“My question is, are fans really getting the best shot to get tickets in the first place? There’s a need for transparency here that’s building.”
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 8, 2026
"They gave us their best shot on a short week so hats off to them," Broncos quarterback Nix said after the win.
From Barron's • Jan. 18, 2026
"We'll give it our best shot and see what happens," adds Phillips.
From BBC • Jan. 12, 2026
Frank was the best shot she knew with a bow, but this bandit Sciron was inhumanly good.
From "The House of Hades" by Rick Riordan
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