parting shot
Example Sentences
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Powell’s term as Fed chair is already supposed to end in May — so the investigation comes more as a parting shot as Powell decides whether to serve out his term as a Fed governor.
From MarketWatch • Jan. 25, 2026
Penn State was just getting started even if the Bruins did deliver a parting shot with Martin’s late touchdown pass.
From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 5, 2024
As Remi packed her bags, Margery delivered a parting shot that was nonsensical but somehow devastating: When the big one comes, you won’t even notice it’s happening.
From Slate • Jan. 27, 2024
Now, at the age of 83, Bove is retiring with a parting shot at the U.S. economy and his peers, The Times’ Rob Copeland writes.
From New York Times • Jan. 27, 2024
‘No, that was not thrown by Saruman,’ he said; ‘nor even at his bidding, I think. It came from a window far above. A parting shot from Master Wormtongue, I fancy, but ill aimed.’
From "The Two Towers" by J. R. R. Tolkien
