1
as in gun
a person skilled in shooting at a target
there were eight shooters taking turns at the same target in the final competition
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as in photographer
one who takes photographs
he's one of the best shooters of wildlife in all of professional photography
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for shooter
Noun
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And second, those engaging in gun violence do so after curfew, hence the need for curfews and stronger police presence at night.—
Leah Olajide,
Freep.com,
8 July 2025 -
Their tools are software, subpoenas and spreadsheets, not badges or guns.—
Myles Miller Bloomberg News,
arkansasonline.com,
7 July 2025
Noun
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Elena works as a photographer in Seattle Elena was previously a NICU nurse before becoming a successful photographer based in Seattle, according to her website.—
Caroline Blair,
People.com,
30 June 2025
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As a globe-trotting photographer and diving instructor, Clue finds himself on the road often.—
The Washington Post,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
29 June 2025
Noun
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This, along with Robinson’s limitations as a defender, threatened to put the marksmen into extinction.—
Mat Issa,
Forbes.com,
18 June 2025
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In a blockbuster deal with the Grizzlies, the Magic acquired Bane — one of the NBA’s premier 3-point marksmen — for a hefty price.—
Mike Bianchi,
The Orlando Sentinel,
15 June 2025
Noun
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Stock image of an interior shot of Tampa International Airport.—
Soo Kim,
MSNBC Newsweek,
28 June 2025
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Multiple aviation experts The Times spoke with pointed to the distinct sound audible in the video shot from a nearby rooftop as evidence for likely deployment of the flight’s emergency power generator.—
Mika Gröndahl,
New York Times,
28 June 2025
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Helicopter sharpshooters removed over 1,200 sheep in just one week of aerial hunting.—
Scott Travers,
Forbes.com,
5 July 2025
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Flagg’s success could change the club’s trajectory similarly to the way Golden State transformed under sharpshooter Steph Curry, who captured four NBA titles and the attention of Gen Z basketball fans worldwide.—
Eric Jackson,
Sportico.com,
27 June 2025
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“Shooter.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/shooter. Accessed 12 Jul. 2025.
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