parting shot

noun
UK /ˈpɑːtɪŋ ʃɒt/
US /ˈpɑːrtɪŋ ʃɑːt/

A mean or clever thing someone says right before they leave.

As she walked out the door, she took a parting shot at her brother.


OTHER MEANINGS

2. A final action or remark made when leaving a place or situation.

His parting shot was to turn off the lights and slam the door.

3. A last attack or criticism delivered as someone departs.

The coach's parting shot was that the team needed to practice more.

4. A final effort or attempt made just before ending something.

The singer's parting shot was a surprise song at the end of the concert.