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Strokes in tennis to make the ball fade near the net (4,5)
DROP  SHOTS
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Answer
DROP SHOTS
10 letters • 2 words

Solving Tips & Context

Understanding the Clue: "Strokes in tennis to make the ball fade near the net (4,5)"

Notice the parenthetical hint in this clue. Information in parentheses often provides additional context, wordplay hints, or indicates abbreviations.

Answer Pattern: The answer "DROP SHOTS" has 10 letters. Longer answers like this often contain multiple words or represent phrases, titles, or proper nouns.

Note: This answer appears to be an abbreviation or acronym. These are common in crosswords and often indicated by abbreviations in the clue.

Crossword Strategy: When solving Irish Daily Mail General Knowledge puzzles, remember that: Each publication has its own style. Pay attention to recurring themes and answer patterns.

Hint: A delicate shot that barely clears the net, with backspin causing the ball to fall quickly.