Hail Mary pass in German

(American football) A long forward pass with little chance of completion, typically used by the losing team when time is running out and no other play is practical, in a desperate attempt to score the winning points.

(American football) A long forward pass with little chance of completion, typically used by the losing team when time is running out and no other play is practical, in a desperate attempt to score the winning points.

(by extension) An act done in desperation, with only a very small chance of success.

(by extension) An act done in desperation, with only a very small chance of success.