Parting shot

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noun

The last remark that someone makes just before they leave.

Before he stormed out of the office, he turned around and threw a parting shot about how he'd been treated poorly.
Visual representation of "parting shot" - The last remark that someone makes just before they leave.

Often appears as...

  • throw a parting shot
  • deliver a parting shot

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Idiomatic

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Emotional Impact

A 'parting shot' often contains strong emotions or criticism.

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After the argument, her parting shot was a sarcastic 'Good luck with that!'
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Conversation End

It's typically the final remark that effectively ends a conversation or argument.

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His parting shot sealed the debate: 'And that's why your theory fails.'
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Memorable Words

It's meant to be memorable and leave a strong impression, often said dramatically.

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'Remember who helped you!' was her parting shot as she left the room.
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