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shoot the moon

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Verb

  1. To hit the moon, with a rocket or by other means.
  2. To attain great heights, a high value, or a numerically high measurement.
  3. To achieve the lowest or highest score possible, such that the player is usually rewarded with bonus points.
  4. To abscond without paying one's rent.

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