pot·shot 
/ˈpɑ:tˌʃɑ:t/ noun
plural pot·shots /ˈpɑ:tˌʃɑ:t/ noun [count] : a gunshot that is fired in a careless way or at an easy target
▪ A sniper was on the roof taking potshots at passing cars. — often used figuratively to describe a careless or unfair criticism ▪ She uses her newspaper column to take potshots at anyone who disagrees with her. ▪ a verbal potshot
▪ A sniper was on the roof taking potshots at passing cars. — often used figuratively to describe a careless or unfair criticism ▪ She uses her newspaper column to take potshots at anyone who disagrees with her. ▪ a verbal potshot
