Hooking (Noun)
Meaning
A golf shot that curves to the left for a right-handed golfer; "he took lessons to cure his hooking".
Classification
Nouns denoting acts or actions.
Examples
- His hooking left him in a difficult position on the course, requiring a precise recovery shot to get back in play.
- The golf instructor focused on fixing the player's hooking by making adjustments to his stance and swing.
- John's hooking had been a persistent issue, leading to frustration throughout his golfing career.
- A slight flaw in her swing technique led to consistent hooking off the tee, but she was determined to correct it.
- Years of practice and correction were needed to compensate for his natural tendency towards hooking the ball.