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Sniper

/snˈaɪpər/
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(noun) A person using long-range small arms for precise attacks from a concealed position.

The sniper picked off his victims one by one.
I tracked down the enemy through the sniper scope.
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A highly trained ____ was positioned on the roof of the building to provide cover for the team.

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