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in the line of fire

Idiom War

Meaning

to be in a situation where one is likely to be blamed or criticized

Example Sentences

"The manager found himself in the line of fire after the project failed."

Related Expressions

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to try to gain approval from the general public rather than...

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to act in a morally or socially responsible way

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to allow others to live as they choose without interference

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better than others; superior in quality or ability

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to reveal a secret