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Definition & Meaning of "return fire"

to return fire
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to discharge a weapon, such as a gun, in response to an enemy's attack or incoming gunfire

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Example
Law enforcement officers are trained to return fire when faced with an armed threat.
The soldiers were ordered to return fire when they came under attack.
In a firefight, it's essential for soldiers to take cover before they can effectively return fire.
He survived the attack by returning fire and neutralizing the assailant.
The security team returned fire to protect the dignitary from a potential threat.
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