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Under fire

//ˈʌndɚ faɪɚ// prep_phrase

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Adjective
  1. 1
    subjected to enemy attack or censure wordnet
Prep_phrase
  1. 1
    Subjected to enemy attack with firearms.

    "courage under fire"

  2. 2
    Criticized or held responsible for something. figuratively

    "grace under fire"

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