in the line of fire
Example Sentences
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In effect, the core casualties of the 1997–98 Asian financial crisis are back in the line of fire as currency speculators circle.
From Barron's • May 23, 2026
They needed work, even if they were putting themselves in the line of fire.
From Slate • Oct. 27, 2025
Sydney Sweeney is the latest female celebrity in the line of fire of online fanboys and trolls.
From Salon • Dec. 16, 2024
But the California amphibians are once again in the line of fire and another rescue mission could be in the cards.
From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 15, 2024
He’d be deserting in the line of fire.
From "Bridge to Terabithia" by Katherine Paterson
