idiom
under fire
UN-der FY-er
ˈʌndər ˈfaɪərListen
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Syllable breakdown
underfire
Dictionary meaning
Being criticised or attacked strongly.
Examples
- The CEO was under fire from shareholders over the company's poor performance.
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