Shot out of the country! (3)
I believe the answer is:
try
'shot' is the definition.
(both can mean an attempt)
'of the country' is the wordplay.
'TRY' is hidden within the letters.
However, I am uncertain how this is indicated.
'out' is the link.
Can you help me to learn more?
(Other definitions for try that I've seen before include "Make severe demands on" , "Attempt; smooth (wood)" , "shot" , "Go" , "A rugby score crossing the line" .)