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Firing Line

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Noun

1. firing line

the line from which soldiers deliver fire

2. firing line

the most advanced and responsible group in an activity

Example Sentences:
'the firing line is where the action is'

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Firing Line

see synonyms of firing line
noun
1. military
a. 
the positions from which fire is delivered
b. 
the soldiers occupying these positions
2. 
the leading or most advanced position in an activity

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Firing Line

see synonyms of firing line
1. 
the line from which gunfire is directed against the enemy
2. 
the troops stationed along this line
3. 
the forefront in any kind of activity

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Firing Line

see synonyms of firing line
n.
1. The line of positions from which fire is directed at a target.
2. The forefront of an activity or pursuit; the vanguard.

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