Shooting example sentences

shoot·ing

noun

shooting (noun) · shootings (plural noun)

- the action or practice of shooting with a gun:

- the sport or pastime of shooting with a gun.

- the right of shooting game over an area of land.

- an estate or other area rented to shoot over.

- the action of filming or photographing a scene, film, etc.:

- moving or growing quickly:

- (of a pain) sudden and piercing:

shoot

verb

shooting (present participle)

- kill or wound (a person or animal) with a bullet or arrow:

- fire a bullet from a gun or discharge an arrow from a bow:

- cause (a gun) to fire:

- damage or remove (something) with a bullet or missile:

- hunt game with a gun:

- shoot game over (an estate or other area of countryside):

- shoot game in or on (an estate, cover, etc.):

- move suddenly and rapidly in a particular direction:

- cause to move suddenly and rapidly in a particular direction:

- direct (a glance, question, or remark) at someone:

- used to invite a comment or question:

- (of a pain) move with a sharp stabbing sensation:

- extend sharply in a particular direction:

- move (a door bolt) to fasten or unfasten a door:

- (of a boat) sweep swiftly down or under (rapids, a waterfall, or a bridge):

- (of a motor vehicle) pass (a traffic light at red):

- (in soccer, hockey, basketball, etc.) kick, hit, or throw the ball or puck in an attempt to score a goal:

- make (a specified score) for a round of golf:

- play a game of (pool or dice):

- film or photograph (a scene, film, etc.):

- (of a plant or seed) send out buds or shoots; germinate:

- (of a bud or shoot) appear; sprout:

- inject oneself or another person with (a narcotic drug):

- plane (the edge of a board) accurately:

Synonyms

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"Shooting" Example Sentences

1. There was a shooting at the school this morning.
2. The gunman opened fire in a crowded movie theater before police shot and killed him.
3. Five people were injured in the shooting spree.
4. The autopsy revealed that the victim died from multiple gunshot wounds.
5. Two police officers were shot while responding to the robbery.
6. The school was placed on lockdown after reports of an active shooter.
7. The wounded survivors of the shooting were rushed to the hospital.
8. Police are still searching for the suspect who fled after the shooting.
9. Witnesses said they heard over a dozen gunshots during the shooting.
10. The hunting trip turned tragic when an accidental shooting occurred.
11. There has been another mass shooting in the United States.
12. I jumped at the sound of the gunshots during target practice.
13. Several employees were shot when a disgruntled coworker opened fire.
14. The police responded quickly after the shooting was reported.
15. Shooting ranges provide a place for gun owners to practice and hone their skills.
16. The shooter took his own life after a standoff with police.
17. Two teens have been arrested in connection with the shooting.
18. There has been an increase in gang-related shootings in the city.
19. The pastor was shot while sitting in his study at the church.
20. I still have nightmares about the mass shooting that happened at my school.
21. The movie scene involving a shooting felt too realistic and disturbing.
22. The victim was left paralyzed after being shot in the spine.
23. Police are on the lookout for the shooter who is still at large.
24. The EMTs tried to keep the gunshot victim alive until the ambulance arrived.
25. Police arrived moments after the first shots were fired.
26. Police warned residents to stay indoors during the active shooter situation.
27. The gunman livestreamed the entire shooting on social media.
28. The gunman opened fire randomly at passing vehicles on the highway.
29.All schools in the district were placed on lockdown after reports of a shooting.
30. The gunman shot and killed three people before turning the gun on himself.
31. I jumped at the sound of the gunshots coming from the shooting range.
32. The accidental shooting happened while they were cleaning their guns.
33. The store was closed for a day after an armed robbery and shooting.
34. The shooting victim was taken to the trauma unit for emergency surgery.
35. We heard about the nightclub shooting on the news this morning.
36. The FBI is still investigating the motives behind the targeted shooting.
37. There has been another school shooting this week.
38. A stray bullet struck and killed an innocent bystander during the shooting.
39. The photographer was trying to capture images during the chaotic shooting.
40. Multiple agencies responded to the scene of the mass shooting.
41. The attempted robbery turned into a deadly shooting.
42. The shooter opened fire, killing two dozen people before being shot and killed himself.
43. The soldiers trained on the shooting range before deployment.
44. Witnesses reported numerous casualties from the crowd shooting.
45. The security cameras captured footage of the suspected shooter.
46. The recent school shooting has renewed calls for gun reform legislation.
47. There was an officer-involved shooting last night.
48. The deer stood motionless as I took aim and started shooting.
49. The gunman entered the theater and began randomly shooting patrons.
50. Several bystanders were injured in the crossfire during the shooting.
51. The deer stood motionless as I took aim and started shooting.
52. The mall was evacuated after reports of an active shooter situation.
53. The gunman has been charged in the deadly supermarket shooting.
54. He was an amateur photographer who enjoyed shooting landscapes.
55. Loved ones are grieving the victims of yet another tragic shooting.
56. Police are still searching for the shooter who opened fire on the crowded street.
57. News of the school shooting spread quickly on social media.
58. The director yelled "Action!" signaling the actors to start shooting the scene.
59. Dozens were wounded in the drive-by shooting on Main Street last night.
60. There were conflicting witness accounts about who was shooting first.

Common Phases

1. Mass shooting
2. Active shooter
3. Shooting spree
4. Shooting range
5. Shooting victim
6. Shooting scene
7. Accidental shooting
8. Officer-involved shooting
9. Drive-by shooting
10. Gunshot wounds