sideswipe

To strike along the side in passing.

A glancing blow on or along the side.

An incidental critical remark; a gibe.

A blow with the side of something, such as the side of car that is changing lanes incautiously.

A catty or sarcastic remark.

To give a blow with the side, as to strike with the side of a car when turning.

strike from the side

a glancing blow from or on the side of something (especially motor vehicles)