Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
shoot-the-sun
idiom
/ʃuːt ðə sʌn/
Definition
To take a risk or make an attempt at something with little chance of success.
Examples
- Despite the odds, Jake decided to shoot-the-sun and apply for his dream job.
- Her idea to start a business with no experience might be seen as shooting-the-sun.
Meaning
The phrase ‘shoot-the-sun’ refers to the act of aiming for a distant goal that may seem unattainable. It often conveys the idea of taking a bold, often reckless, action to achieve something significant.
Synonyms
- take a leap
- aim high
- go for broke
