best shot
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Kleban—like Platner, a first-time candidate—thinks an outsider has the best shot.
From Slate ● Jul. 16, 2026
The 38-year-old maintenance engineer who lives in Ontario, Canada, figured this year’s tournament would be his best shot at fulfilling a lifelong dream to attend a World Cup.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 25, 2026
CEO Mensch told French parliamentarians this month that the company's best shot at independence is an eventual stock market flotation.
From Barron's ● May 28, 2026
“My drive on the first hole was the best shot I hit all day,” he said.
From Los Angeles Times ● May 21, 2026
And Faith gave it her best shot, really she did.
From "Anthem of a Reluctant Prophet" by Joanne Proulx
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