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Sighting shot

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a shot made to ascertain whether the sights of a firearm are properly adjusted; a trial shot.

See also: Sighting



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Investors believe that offer is simply a sighting shot, aimed at drawing out potential rivals, and Resolution's shares closed on Friday at 708.
Joint bidders join Resolution battle by guardian.co.uk / guardian.co.uk
I wouldn't have fancied going into the St Leger meeting without a sighting shot, and that's what today was all about.
Horse Racing: Course gets go-ahead - in the nick of time by The Racing Post (London, England)
Although his first proposal was knocked back by M&S, many saw this as merely a sighting shot and Mr Green may return with improved terms.
Share tips by The Journal (Newcastle, England)
 
 
 
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