concept   crossfire
culture   United States
statement   In the United States, the concept of crossfire refers to being caught in the middle of a conflict or dispute and is often used metaphorically.

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1 crossfire US Crossfire is a popular competitive shooting sport in the US and other Western countries, with dedicated clubs and competitions. 1
2 crossfire United States Reference to intense conflict or confrontation, often in the context of a heated debate or argument. 1
3 crossfire United States In the United States, 'crossfire' commonly refers to a situation in which someone is caught in a heated argument or conflict between two opposing sides. 1
4 crossfire United States Refers to being caught in the middle of a conflict or dispute, often used metaphorically to describe a difficult situation 1