in the line of fire
Example Sentences
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In effect, the core casualties of the 1997–98 Asian financial crisis are back in the line of fire as currency speculators circle.
From Barron's • May 23, 2026
He meant well, he was right there in the line of fire, but he did not make a great impression.
From BBC • Nov. 5, 2025
They needed work, even if they were putting themselves in the line of fire.
From Slate • Oct. 27, 2025
Anthony Richardson looked better for Indianapolis on Sunday, but he puts himself too much in the line of fire.
From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 21, 2024
Charlie is right in the line of fire.
From "Marcus Vega Doesn't Speak Spanish" by Pablo Cartaya
