How Do You Spell HAIL MARY PASSES?

Pronunciation: [hˈe͡ɪl mˈe͡əɹi pˈasɪz] (IPA)

The phrase "hail mary passes" refers to a last-ditch effort in American football, where the quarterback throws the ball deep into the end zone in the hopes that a receiver will catch it for a touchdown. The spelling of "hail mary" is unique, and the IPA phonetic transcription shows the pronunciation as /heɪl ˈmɛri ˈpæsɪz/. The "a" in "hail" is pronounced like the "a" in "say," and the emphasis is on the first syllable. The "e" in "mary" is pronounced as a short "e" sound, and the plural "es" in "passes" is pronounced as a "z" sound.

HAIL MARY PASSES Meaning and Definition

1. A "Hail Mary pass" is an idiomatic expression commonly used in American football to describe a desperate and risky long pass attempt made towards the end of a game when a team is losing and running out of time. This term is derived from the Christian prayer known as the Hail Mary, which asks the Virgin Mary for intercession in times of need.

   In football, a Hail Mary pass typically occurs when a quarterback throws a long, high-arcing pass towards the end zone in the hope that one of their receivers will catch it and score a touchdown, effectively salvaging victory from what seems like an almost impossible situation. These passes are generally made from midfield or farther away, as they require significant distance to reach the end zone.

   Hail Mary passes are known for their high-risk nature, as they often depend more on luck than skill. Since multiple defenders are usually present near the end zone, the likelihood of a successful catch is relatively low. However, due to the high stakes of the situation, teams may opt for this play as a last-ditch effort to secure points or even win the game.

   The term "Hail Mary pass" has transcended its original football context and is now used in a broader sense to refer to any desperate or daring action taken with very little chance of success, often in critical moments.

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