firing line
noun /ˈfaɪərɪŋ laɪn/
/ˈfaɪərɪŋ laɪn/
Idioms Idioms
be in the firing line
(North American English also be on the firing line)
- to be in a position where you can be shot at
处于射程以内 - attempts to prevent civilians from being in the firing line
试图阻止平民进入射击线
- attempts to prevent civilians from being in the firing line
- to be in a position where people can criticize or blame you
处于易受批评（或责备）的地位 - The employment secretary found himself in the firing line over recent job cuts.
劳工部长因近期的工作岗位削减而备受责难。
- The employment secretary found himself in the firing line over recent job cuts.