Sentence examples for are shooting from inspiring English sources

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The phrase "are shooting" is correct and usable in written English.
It can be used in contexts where an action is currently taking place, typically in the present continuous tense.
Example: "The photographers are shooting the event from various angles to capture the best moments."
Alternatives: "are taking pictures" or "are filming".

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are shooting

verb

To launch a projectile. To fire (a weapon that releases a projectile). To fire (a projectile). To fire a projectile at (a person or target). To cause a weapon to discharge a projectile. To ejaculate. To begin to speak. To discharge a missile; said of a weapon. To dismiss or do away with. To photograph.

  • To shoot a gun

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Few other Lakers are shooting.

"They are shooting the messenger".

Beer sales are shooting up.

They are shooting different houses.

They are shooting everywhere.

Both presidential candidates are "shooting for emotion".

In London, house prices are shooting up.

They are shooting "Marie Antoinette," in Hollywood.

Prices of basic goods are shooting up.

"They are shooting at each other.

They are shooting at us.

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