大穴
Reading: おおあな
Meaning: big hole, major upset (in betting), huge loss
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Example Sentence
I hit a major upset in horse racing.
Usage Notes
Can refer to a literal large hole, a major financial loss, or an unexpected outcome in betting/competition that defies the odds.
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