direct hit

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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

Kevin Pietersen's hair and Gary Pratt's direct hit.

From BBC • Oct. 27, 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

I can’t lie, I was glad Coach called him out on it, even if it wasn’t a direct hit.

From "Here to Stay" by Sara Farizan