Can you generate lift on a bullet by adding channels or something to it?

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basically I’m curious if it’s theoretically possible to add little channels or grooves into a bullet for air to flow through that would generate any amount of lift which would allow that bullet to travel further?

Just want to quickly add in really enjoying all of these responses where you guys are coming up with little “hacks”. Very fun reading all of these replies!

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Lots of answers here but there is a way to have it work. Look up why golf balls have dimples. It adds lift. The trick is to get the rotation of the projectile correct.

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