Shooting Sports Terminology

noun a person who is very skilled at shooting a gun

adjective describing someone who is very accurate and skilled at shooting a gun

• The sniper was known for being a dead shot, never missing his target.
• My friend thinks he's a dead shot at darts, but he always ends up hitting the wall.
• That guy is a dead shot with a basketball, he never misses a shot.
• She's a dead shot when it comes to solving puzzles, she always gets it right on the first try.

noun a small firearm designed to be held in one hand

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• The police officer drew his pistol to apprehend the suspect.
• I keep a pistol in my nightstand for protection.
• He whipped out his piece, a shiny new pistol.
• Her words were like a loaded pistol, ready to fire at any moment.

noun a person skilled in shooting, especially with a rifle or other firearm

• The sharpshooter demonstrated exceptional accuracy during the marksmanship competition.
• That sharpshooter never misses a shot, he's amazing!
• The sharpshooter is a total dead-eye with a gun.
• She's a sharpshooter when it comes to closing deals in business.

noun a direct and honest way of speaking or behaving

adjective honest and direct in speech or behavior

• The detective was known for his straight shooting approach to solving cases.
• I appreciate your straight shooting style of giving feedback.
• I like how you always keep it real and do some straight shooting.
• Her straight shooting words cut through the tension in the room.