crossfire

//ˈkrɒs.faɪər//
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Visual representation of crossfire

Noun

crossfireSingular
crossfiresPlural
1

Gunfire from two or more directions passing through the same area, especially in a way that makes it dangerous for anyone caught in between.

The soldiers were caught in the crossfire between the two enemy positions.

2

A situation in which someone is caught between opposing groups, arguments, or forces and is affected by both sides.

The manager was caught in the crossfire between the two departments.