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Discover LudwigThe phrase "a delayed shot" is correct and usable in written English.
It can be used in contexts related to photography, film, or sports, where a shot or action occurs later than expected or intended.
Example: "The director decided to include a delayed shot to build suspense in the scene."
Alternatives: "a postponed shot" or "a lagged shot".
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He casually describes being bitten by another snake recently, by a species that could, apparently, have killed him in an hour had it not been for a delayed shot of anti-venom.
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American Angela Stanford, who finished the day nine shots off the lead after a four-over 76, was one of the players on the delayed bus.
For some shots, you can use a delayed flash to capture some different action in the water.
In some ways, the plan of Mr. Bewkes could be perceived as a direct shot at Hulu, which does offer some cable shows on a delayed basis, after some time has passed since the show was seen on television.
They sputtered because of turnovers by Crawford and Stephon Marbury, an ill-advised shot by Lee that hit the side of the backboard and a delayed decision to intentionally foul in the final seconds.
Is it a delayed reaction?
A delayed reaction, you say?
"It's been a delayed effect".
"It was a delayed call," Valentine said.
It is just a delayed problem, really.
She summoned a delayed wave and much tighter smile.
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