dropshot

Example:After landing a series of dropshots, he finished the rally with a raw smash, sending the ball flying high above the net.

Definition:a powerful overhead stroke in racquet sports, especially in tennis, that sends the ball directly into and over the net, often trying to hit it down in the opponent's court

Example:Determined to break through his opponent's defense, he opted for a powerful drive, which landed just out of reach for a dropshot opportunity.

Definition:a powerful stroke in various racquet sports such as tennis, squash, and table tennis that sends the ball straight ahead towards the opponent's court.

Example:Rather than trying a tricky dropshot, he went for the sure kill, smashing the ball into the corner of the net.

Definition:to end a point in racquet sports by striking the ball in such a manner and to one's opponent's court that the opponent cannot return it, often by hitting the ball into the other side of the court.