potshot
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potshots
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potshots
Learner's definition of POTSHOT
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a gunshot that is fired in a careless way or at an easy target
— often used figuratively to describe a careless or unfair criticism
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A sniper was on the roof taking potshots at passing cars.
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She uses her newspaper column to take potshots at anyone who disagrees with her.
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a verbal potshot
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