direct hit

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Most mainstream analysts had thought a direct hit on Iran’s oil export infrastructure was unlikely because it would risk a sharp price spike, higher gasoline prices, and wider regional blowback.

From Barron's • Feb. 28, 2026

In New York City, authorities and residents were bracing for a direct hit, the first blizzard to sock the city since 2016.

From Barron's • Feb. 21, 2026

Gilbert in 1988, the last direct hit, was a Category 3.

From BBC • Oct. 28, 2025

Kevin Pietersen's hair and Gary Pratt's direct hit.

From BBC • Oct. 27, 2025

“You need to pack up. That hurricane’s getting nasty. It looks like it might be a direct hit on the city. We’re leaving town.”

From "I Survived Hurricane Katrina, 2005" by Lauren Tarshis