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Shot clock
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a timer used in sports, particularly basketball, that gives teams a limited time to shoot
shot clock
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Example
The shot clock was down to three seconds, so he had to take the shot quickly.
Time was running out on the shot clock, so they attempted a long-range shot.
They couldn't find an open player before the shot clock expired, resulting in a turnover.
They struggled to get a good look at the basket as the shot clock ticked away.
With only five seconds left on the shot clock, she made a desperation three-pointer.
