rifle fire

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the action of shooting with rifles

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Examples (10)

  • They came under heavy rifle fire from the treeline.
  • The sound of distant rifle fire grew louder as they approached the front lines.
  • The enemy position was eventually overrun after sustained rifle fire from our troops.
  • He was hit by stray rifle fire during the chaotic retreat.
  • Sporadic rifle fire continued throughout the night, keeping everyone on edge.
  • The exchange of rifle fire lasted for almost an hour before a ceasefire was called.
  • The platoon was ordered to suppress the enemy's rifle fire with their machine guns.
  • Witnesses reported hearing intense rifle fire coming from the abandoned building.
  • The sound of automatic rifle fire sent shivers down their spines.
  • Despite the heavy rifle fire, the medics managed to reach the wounded soldier.