Meaning of the word "caught in the crossfire" in English
What does "caught in the crossfire" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
caught in the crossfire
US /kɔt ɪn ðə ˈkrɔsˌfaɪər/
UK /kɔt ɪn ðə ˈkrɔsˌfaɪər/
Idiom
1.
to be involved in a situation where you are not directly involved but suffer the consequences of a conflict between two other parties
Example:
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The innocent civilians were caught in the crossfire of the warring factions.
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I didn't want to get caught in the crossfire between my two arguing friends.
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