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
- attempts to prevent civilians from being in the firing line
- to be in a position where people can criticize or blame you
- The employment secretary found himself in the firing line over recent job cuts.