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to take a sideswipe from somebody
01
to receive an unexpected and often indirect criticism or insult
Collocation
Example
He did n't expect to take a sideswipe from his friend when he made an innocent comment about their favorite sports team.
She often takes sideswipes from her coworkers because of her unconventional ideas.
The artist is no stranger to taking sideswipes from art critics who do n't appreciate his style.
to take a sideswipe at somebody or something
01
to direct an insult or criticism toward someone or something, often in an indirect manner
CollocationExample
During the meeting, she took a sideswipe at her colleague's proposal by pointing out its flaws without directly criticizing him.
In her presentation, she managed to take a sideswipe at the competitor's product without mentioning it by name.
He took a sideswipe at the government's economic policies during the interview, criticizing their impact on small businesses.
