Synonyms for

Mulligan

Verb / ˈmʌlɪgʌn / Another word for mulligan — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

a second chance to do something, especially in golf

Synonyms & similar words

mulliganstew irishburgoo do-over redo replay retry restart re-do correction amnesty forgiveness

Example sentences

  1. I asked the teacher for a mulligan on my math test.
  2. After slicing his drive into the woods, he took a mulligan.
  3. I'm glad we get a mulligan on our science project.
  4. She was allowed a mulligan since it was her first time playing golf.
  5. John took a mulligan on his speech after forgetting his lines.

Quotes

  • A mulligan is a corrective shot taken without penalty, granted by the opponent, or played in friendly games.
  • A mulligan is the ultimate concession to human fallibility.
  • A mulligan is the only thing you can give yourself in golf.

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