under fire
Example Sentences
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However, he came under fire from environmentalists for backing a controversial oil-exploration project near the mouth of the Amazon River, which began in October.
From Barron's
Khawaja came under fire for playing golf on the eve of the Test, although Cricket Australia boss Todd Greenberg stressed the back problem was pre-existing.
From Barron's
Operations in previous cities like Chicago and Los Angeles have come under fire over concerns of excessive use of force.
From BBC
A fortnight ago, the UK government came under fire from its own lawmakers following allegations that British-made weapons were ending up in the hands of the RSF, who were using them to commit atrocities.
From BBC
Salvador Murillo was convinced he and his fellow officers were under fire.
From Los Angeles Times
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