firing line
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ˈfaɪə
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Definition & Meaning of "firing line"in English

Firing line
01

the position of being directly involved in a challenging or risky situation 

Grammatical Information
Animacy status
Abstract
Composition
Compound
Uncountable
Examples
As the spokesperson, she was in the firing line when the scandal broke. 
02

the line from which soldiers deliver fire 

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