ALL meanings of by a long shot
by a long shot
B b - phrase by a long shot People sometimes use the expression by a long shot to emphasize the opinion they are giving. 3
- noun by a long shot by any means 3
- noun by a long shot a horse, team, etc., that has little chance of winning and carries long odds. 1
- noun by a long shot an attempt or undertaking that offers much but in which there is little chance for success. 1
- noun by a long shot Movies, Television. a camera shot taken at a relatively great distance from the subject and permitting a broad view of a scene. Compare closeup (def 2), medium shot. 1
- idioms by a long shot by a long shot, by any means; by a measurable degree: They haven't finished by a long shot. 1
- preposition by a long shot (Idiomatic) (usually with a negative) By a wide margin; indicates a very big difference or disparity. 0