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Synonyms for parting shot


Grammar : Noun

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Définition of parting shot

  • As in retort : noun snappy answer
  • As in ridicule : noun contemptuous laughter at someone or something
  • As in taunt : noun provocation; teasing
  • As in Parthian shot : noun final word
  • As in derision : noun insult, disrespect
  • As in gibe : noun ridicule
  • As in answer : noun reply; reaction
Example sentences :
  • She hesitated, and then fired a parting shot which certainly was spiteful in the extreme.
  • Extract from : « Chip, of the Flying U » by B. M. Bower
  • “None of your jaw,” shouted the second mate as a parting shot.
  • Extract from : « Picked up at Sea » by J.C. Hutcheson
  • After which parting shot at Mama he effected a masterly retreat.
  • Extract from : « A Middy of the King » by Harry Collingwood
  • "But not a common Government," said I, determined to fire a parting shot.
  • Extract from : « The Fixed Period » by Anthony Trollope
  • Kate gave him a parting shot: "Of course you think I can't ride."
  • Extract from : « Laramie Holds the Range » by Frank H. Spearman
  • "You want to keep in touch with me," was Gilmartin's parting shot.
  • Extract from : « The Tipster » by Edwin Lefevre
  • But I was not to leave the home of my ancestors without a parting shot.
  • Extract from : « A Bid for Fortune » by Guy Boothby
  • With this parting shot, the lad went off laughing towards the hut.
  • Extract from : « Fritz and Eric » by John Conroy Hutcheson
  • And also about the girl, she added as a parting shot, disappearing in the house.
  • Extract from : « Mason of Bar X Ranch » by Henry Bennett
  • Kathleen retreated out of danger, with a parting shot: "Our engagement is off."
  • Extract from : « Excuse Me! » by Rupert Hughes

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