firing line

Example Sentences

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On the firing line are roles in functions including human resources and risk and compliance.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 20, 2026

Northern and western parts of the UK will be in the firing line for more active weather fronts bringing spells of rain.

From BBC • Mar. 4, 2026

Sentiment in Asia was dragged Tuesday, however, by renewed concerns about the impact of artificial intelligence on the tech sector, with software firms again in the firing line.

From Barron's • Feb. 24, 2026

When he departed in September, it was welcomed by the majority but left Frank more in the firing line - and with a shield removed.

From BBC • Feb. 11, 2026

And the remedial training is probably why Miss Preston wants to see me, anyway, so it ain't like I'm in any hurry to get to the firing line.

From "Dread Nation" by Justina Ireland