direct hit
Example Sentences
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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
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
Gilbert in 1988, the last direct hit, was a Category 3.
From BBC • Oct. 28, 2025
When Tryon was run out by a direct hit from Ritu Moni, South Africa still needed 35 off 31 balls with three wickets in hand.
From Barron's • Oct. 13, 2025
He hadn’t wanted to score a bull’s-eye at all, certainly not a direct hit on an uncomfortable truth.
From "Inkheart" by Cornelia Funke
