firing line

Example Sentences

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Northern and western parts of the UK will be in the firing line for more active weather fronts bringing spells of rain.

From BBC • Mar. 4, 2026

But the stark contrast between near-record profits and sharp rate hikes has put the industry in the regulatory firing line.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 22, 2026

They could be outside of the firing line in this most recent trade flare-up.

From Barron's • Jan. 20, 2026

England have not brought a specialist back-up keeper, so Smith is likely to remain in the firing line.

From BBC • Dec. 7, 2025

And the remedial training is probably why Miss Preston wants to see me, anyway, so it ain't like I'm in any hurry to get to the firing line.

From "Dread Nation" by Justina Ireland