Take a swipe at Meaning in English
expression
परिभाषा
To criticize or attack someone, often indirectly or with a quick remark. It can also mean to physically try to hit someone, but is most used for verbal criticism.
उपयोग और बारीकियां
Informal, often used for quick, sarcastic, or indirect verbal criticism—"take a swipe at the government", "take a swipe at my cooking". Sometimes literal (physical lunge); usually figurative for criticism. Similar to "take a dig at" or "have a go at".
उदाहरण वाक्य
She took a swipe at her coworker's idea during the meeting.
basic
The article takes a swipe at the government's policies.
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He tried to take a swipe at me but missed.
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Every time he opens his mouth, he takes a swipe at someone.
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She couldn't resist taking a swipe at her ex during the interview.
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The comedian loves to take a swipe at celebrities in his jokes.
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