potshot

[US]/ˈpɒtʃɒt/
[UK]/ˈpɑːtʃɑːt/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n.a shot taken at a target of opportunity; an unprovoked attack or criticism
v.to shoot at a target of opportunity; to criticize or attack without provocation
Word Forms
Pluralpotshots

Phrases & Collocations

potshot at

take a potshot

potshot criticism

potshot remarks

potshot response

potshot comments

potshot attack

potshot humor

potshot analysis

potshot joke

Example Sentences

he took a potshot at the politician during the debate.

she often makes potshots at her colleagues in meetings.

the article was full of potshots at the rival company.

he loves to take potshots at celebrities on social media.

they took potshots at each other's ideas during the discussion.

the comedian is known for his potshots at current events.

it's easy to take potshots from the sidelines, but harder to act.

she fired a potshot at the new policy during her speech.

taking potshots at others only reflects poorly on you.

he was criticized for taking potshots at his opponents.

Popular Words

Explore frequently searched vocabulary

Download App to Unlock Full Content

Want to learn vocabulary more efficiently? Download the DictoGo app and enjoy more vocabulary memorization and review features!

Download DictoGo Now