three-pointer
Americannoun
Example Sentences
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Late in the fourth quarter, Kaluma lined up a three-pointer, setting his feet and scoring from 29 feet out.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 12, 2026
Although Victor Wembanyana missed a three-pointer for the Spurs, Stephon Castle's dunk brought them back to 92-90 with 16 seconds remaining.
From BBC ● Jun. 14, 2026
I once openly cheered as Clark raced down the court, dribbled behind her back, skated past a helpless defender, and drained a three-pointer.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 7, 2026
His first postseason points come in a 26-second flurry that includes a three-pointer and an alley-oop dunk off a pass from his father in Game 3.
From Los Angeles Times ● Apr. 27, 2026
Stephanie stood up straight, her chest puffed out like Andre Iguodala’s after he scored a three-pointer.
From "Here to Stay" by Sara Farizan
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