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Parthian shot |
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Parthian shot n
a hostile remark or gesture delivered while departing [alluding to the custom of Parthian archers who shot their arrows backwards while retreating] How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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| With which Parthian shot he walked away, leaving the two rivals open-mouthed behind him. |
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