bowshot

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bow·shot

 (bō′shŏt′)
n.
The distance that an arrow can be shot.
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bowshot

(ˈbəʊˌʃɒt)
n
(Archery) the distance an arrow travels from the bow
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"But after the Torquasians had retreated beyond bowshot, they turned upon us with their terrible rifles, and by constant popping at us made life miserable within our walls.
He was too close for a careful bowshot, but I let drive at him as he came, without taking aim.
In the first pamphlet the battle between Don Quixote and the Biscayan was drawn to the very life, they planted in the same attitude as the history describes, their swords raised, and the one protected by his buckler, the other by his cushion, and the Biscayan's mule so true to nature that it could be seen to be a hired one a bowshot off.
The Blackfeet knew and marked him as he passed; he was within bowshot of their ambuscade; yet, much as they thirsted for his blood, they forbore to launch a shaft; sparing him for the moment that he might lead them to their prey.
In this article, we'll take a close look at nine common but notoriously tough bowshots and provide some advice on how you master them.
Consider this fact determined by Pope and Young surveys: The majority of whitetail bowshots are taken at 19 yards or less.
You'll find that practicing bowshots from inside your tent can increase your success in the field.
The Switch allows you to adjust the blind height from 60" to a full 88", which will accommodate standing bowshots. The Switch weighs 25 lbs., features a versatile window/shooting port system, and is compatible
But by the time they turned 18, they both were quite proficient bowshots and skilled hunters.
Cold-water rough fish can be a bit lethargic, allowing for close approaches and spitting-distance bowshots. But don't be fooled by their tranquil demeanocs, because once arrowed they will fight crazity, just like they do in summer.
Standing bowshots out of this 19-pound blind are made easy by its extra-large zippered windows.
Bowshots at mulies are often at long range due to the open terrain big-eared bucks live in.