No. 9,512 in French
décocher
To uncheck, to shoot (an arrow), or to deliver.
In a sentence
Il a décoché une flèche avec précision.
He shot an arrow precisely.
The verb 'décocher' is used to describe the action of shooting or releasing an arrow from a bow. Here, it is used literally in the context of archery.
Elle lui a décoché un regard furieux.
She shot him a furious glare.
In this case, 'décocher' is metaphorically used to describe the action of 'shooting' a glance, indicating the intensity or emotional impact.
Ils ont décoché une série de critiques acérées.
They launched a series of sharp criticisms.
Here, 'décocher' is figuratively employed to describe the action of delivering or issuing criticisms, emphasizing the deliberate and targeted nature of the act.
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