Sentence examples for a single gunshot from inspiring English sources

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a single bullet

The phrase "a single gunshot" is correct and usable in written English.
It can be used to describe one instance of a gun being fired, often in contexts related to crime, military, or dramatic events.
Example: "The silence of the night was shattered by a single gunshot, echoing through the empty streets."
Alternatives: "one gunshot" or "a lone gunshot".

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A single gunshot then pierces the soundtrack.

The New York Times - Arts

"Afghans have decided not to hear a single gunshot.

The New York Times

Anguished cries can be heard and then a single gunshot.

The Guardian

She had been killed by a single gunshot wound.

The Guardian

From upstairs, Detective Estrada said he heard a single gunshot.

The New York Times

A single gunshot rang out from another valley.

The New York Times

Soon after that, a single gunshot was heard.

The New York Times

Olga Prince, 71, died from a single gunshot wound to the head.

The New York Times

A single gunshot wound to the chest meant Martin would never realize his college dreams.

The Guardian

Trooper Brown was in fair condition yesterday with a single gunshot wound to the abdomen.

The New York Times

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Each suffered a single gunshot "in the head and neck area," the sheriff said.

Los Angeles Times

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