turkey shoot
The term "turkey shoot" originates from hunting contests and has evolved to describe situations with overwhelming advantages.
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Definition
B2Sports
(informal, rural)A shooting contest where participants aim at targets, often with the prize being a turkey.
Example
- The local fair held a turkey shoot, and the winner took home a big bird for Thanksgiving.
C1Military
(informal, historical)A battle where one side has an overwhelming advantage, leading to a lopsided victory.
Example
- The airstrike turned into a turkey shoot as the enemy had no effective defense.
B2General
(idiomatic)A situation where one party easily dominates or defeats the other.
Example
- The chess match was a turkey shoot; he won in just a few moves.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "turkey shoot":
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