direct hit
Example Sentences
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Disruption to energy supplies persisted as Kuwait reported a fire at its Mina Al-Ahmadi refinery, a day after a direct hit on Qatar's vital Ras Laffan facility.
From Barron's • Mar. 20, 2026
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
Josh Inglis' direct hit to run out Stokes shifted the momentum, but even that was outshone by the wicketkeeping of Alex Carey.
From BBC • Dec. 4, 2025
Jefferies has suggested that any direct hit to its financials will be immaterial and has stressed it is one of many financial institutions that worked with First Brands.
From The Wall Street Journal • Oct. 15, 2025
It was a direct hit, landing perfectly on his back, right in the middle of his white T-shirt.
From "George" by Alex Gino
