direct hit

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Saini says his university did see a slight dip in international admissions after 2023, driven both by tighter visa rules and diplomatic tensions - but calls it "collateral damage" rather than a direct hit.

From BBC • Apr. 14, 2026

Disruption to energy supplies persisted as Kuwait reported a fire at its Mina Al-Ahmadi refinery, a day after a direct hit on Qatar's vital Ras Laffan facility.

From Barron's • Mar. 20, 2026

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

From BBC • Oct. 28, 2025

Jamaica’s Ministry of Health and Wellness reported at least three storm-related deaths Monday, before the hurricane’s anticipated direct hit on the country.

From The Wall Street Journal • Oct. 28, 2025

If it had been a direct hit, if he hadn’t managed to pivot at the last second, her dignity might have been left intact.

From "Bone Gap" by Laura Ruby