combination shot

American  

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.

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Etymology

Origin of combination shot

First recorded in 1905–10

Example Sentences

The CDC currently recommends a combination shot known as MMR to prevent the three diseases.

From The Wall Street Journal • Sep. 22, 2025

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 • May 9, 2023

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 • Apr. 12, 2023

Those tests will include a higher dose of the original shot, a higher dose of the omicron vaccine and a combination shot.

From Washington Post • Jan. 25, 2022

If vaccines do need tweaking, there’s still another question: Should there be a separate omicron booster or a combination shot?

From Seattle Times • Dec. 8, 2021