Potshot and Stricture

Potshot noun - A shot taken at an easy or casual target (as by a pothunter).

Stricture and potshot are semantically related. in harsh criticism topic. In some cases you can use "Stricture" instead a noun "Potshot".

Stricture noun - An often public or formal expression of disapproval.

Potshot and stricture are semantically related. You can use "Potshot" instead a noun "Stricture".