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WordReference Random House Learner's Dictionary of American English © 2024ˈcross ˌfire or ˈcrossˌfire,n. - Militarygunfire coming from two or more positions so that the lines of fire cross one another: [countable; usually singular]If the troops attack, they'll be in a vicious crossfire.[uncountable]They tried to avoid the crossfire and focused their attack carefully.
- a situation involving conflicting claims, forces, arguments, etc.:[uncountable]She was caught in the crossfire, attacked from one side for being too careful and from the other for not forging ahead.
WordReference Random House Unabridged Dictionary of American English © 2024cross′ fire′, - Militarylines of gunfire from two or more positions or combatants crossing one another, or a single one of such lines.
- a brisk exchange of words or opinions.
- a situation involving conflicting claims, forces, etc.
Also, cross′fire′.
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