be a target
Example Sentences
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In the eastern city of Debrecen, Defence Minister Kristof Szalay-Bobrovniczky warned that the city could be a target for "hybrid operations" such as sabotage.
From BBC • Mar. 12, 2026
"While we are aware of the enormous needs in the country, we find it unacceptable to be a target for attacks," said Gul Badshah, MSF's operations manager.
From BBC • Feb. 5, 2026
O’Hara said the woman didn’t appear to be a target of the federal enforcement operation.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 7, 2026
Veda’s Treyz says the EU could be a target of a Section 301 investigation into unfair trade practices which could pave the way for tariffs.
From Barron's • Dec. 22, 2025
It was like I was destined to be a target.
From "Darius the Great Is Not Okay" by Adib Khorram
