buckshot
Americannoun
noun
Etymology
Origin of buckshot
late Middle English word dating back to 1400–50; buck 1, shot 1
Example Sentences
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It's more like buckshot — a "constellation of mutually supporting factors," as he calls them, that contribute to overall wellness.
From Salon • Sep. 8, 2023
Buster Murdaugh also testified that guns were left around the property “with the safety on” and that he never loaded one shell of larger buckshot and a second shell of smaller birdshot in his shotguns.
From Seattle Times • Feb. 21, 2023
In his commentary, he had referred to the projectiles as buckshot.
From Slate • Feb. 3, 2023
“Navarro’s like a shotgun. Some of it was on target, some of the buckshot caused collateral damage,” Kadlec said.
From Washington Post • Mar. 31, 2021
On sidewalks turned to satin figures move shoulder first, the crowns of their heads angled shields against the light buckshot that the raindrops are.
From "Jazz" by Toni Morrison
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