shoot at synonyms

shoot at

v.

  1. To fire a weapon at

    shoot, fire at, let off, let fly, fire a shot at, fire upon, take a shot at*; see also attack 1.

  2. *To strive for

    aim, endeavor, strive; see try 1.

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