off target

See also: off-target

English

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off target

  1. Inaccurate, or inaccurately predicted.
    The second quartile's figures were off target by 30%.
  2. With a lack of accuracy.
    Both shots landed off target.
    • 2024 June 20, David Hytner, “Hjulmand rocket earns Denmark draw as England struggle after Kane opener”, in The Guardian‎[1]:
      There was a last-ditch quality to England’s defending and when Pierre-Emile Højbjerg shaped a curler for the far corner in the 85th minute, England’s hearts were in their mouths. The shot was off target.

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