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UNDER FIRE

\ˌʌndə fˈa͡ɪ͡ə], \ˌʌndə fˈa‍ɪ‍ə], \ˌʌ_n_d_ə f_ˈaɪə]\

Definitions of UNDER FIRE

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subjected to enemy attack or censure; "an official under fire for mismanagement"

2006 - WordNet 3.0
By Princeton University

subjected to enemy attack or censure; "an official under fire for mismanagement"

2011 - English Dictionary Database
By DataStellar Co., Ltd

Exposed to an enemy's shot.

1874 - Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language
By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H.

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