by a long shot|shot Idiom, Proverb
by a long shot|shot
adv. phr.,
informal By a big difference; by far.

Used to add emphasis.
Bert was the best swimmer in the race, by a long shot. Often used with a negative.
Tom isn't the kind who would be fresh to a teacher, by a long shot. Our team didn't win
not by a long shot. Compare: MISS BY A MILE.
by a continued shot|shot
adv. phr.,
informal By a big difference; by far.

Acclimated to add emphasis.
Bert was the best swimmer in the race, by a continued shot. Often acclimated with a negative.
Tom isn't the affectionate who would be beginning to a teacher, by a continued shot. Our aggregation didn't win
not by a continued shot. Compare: MISS BY A MILE. Dictionary