direct hit
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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
In New York City, authorities and residents were bracing for a direct hit, the first blizzard to sock the city since 2016.
From Barron's • Feb. 21, 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
One big cost emerged when Belgium’s nuclear regulator said the Tihange reactor would probably need to be reinforced to withstand a direct hit from big jets.
From The Wall Street Journal • Oct. 9, 2025
A direct hit turned the tide of the battle and ensured that Maçao remained a Portuguese colony.
From "The Invention of Science" by David Wootton
