Crossword Genius

Shot for writing? (5)

Ross

I believe the answer is:

essay

I believe this clue is a double definition.

'shot' is the first definition.
(I know that essay is a type of shot)

'writing?' is the second definition.
(essay is a kind of writing)

'for' acts as a link.

(Other definitions for essay that I've seen before include "Composition; attempt" , "Attempt, try" , "Make an effort or attempt" , "Thesis" , "Written composition" .)

I've seen this clue in the Evening Standard.
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