direct hit
Example Sentences
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Most mainstream analysts had thought a direct hit on Iran’s oil export infrastructure was unlikely because it would risk a sharp price spike, higher gasoline prices, and wider regional blowback.
From Barron's • Feb. 28, 2026
Simon Katich was run out by Trott's direct hit from the fourth ball of the match and Australia captain Ricky Ponting was out first ball to Anderson.
From BBC • Nov. 28, 2025
Farther south, on Catanduanes, a small island the state weather service said could take a "direct hit", residents were tying down their houses and putting weights on their roofs.
From Barron's • Nov. 8, 2025
Gilbert in 1988, the last direct hit, was a Category 3.
From BBC • Oct. 28, 2025
Someone must have been hoarding sugar just in case there was a direct hit on the airfield and everybody needed cheering up.
From "Code Name Verity" by Elizabeth Wein
