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Idiom: In The Crosshairs

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AU

targeted at the point of intersection of the two perpendicular lines in a gunsight or scope

subject to close scrutiny

singled out for blame, harassment, or other unwanted attention

Example Sentences

1
The company found itself in the crosshairs of a major scandal.
2
The politician's controversial statements put him in the crosshairs of the media.
3
The CEO knew he was in the crosshairs of the board of directors.
4
The defendant found himself in the crosshairs of the prosecutor's tough questioning.
5
The controversial artist has often found himself in the crosshairs of critics.

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