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Flyer

Ball travels farther than usual

Pronunciation

/ˈflaɪ.ər/

Definition

A shot where the ball flies further than expected due to reduced spin. Flyers typically occur when grass or moisture gets between the clubface and ball, reducing backspin. They're common from the rough and can overshoot greens.

Example

"The flyer caused the ball to overshoot the green."

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