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an often noisy or angry expression of differing opinions
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But most DDoS attacks were less principled: the constant AK-47 cross fire of the cybercriminal internet’s internecine wars and vandalism.
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Andy Greenberg, WIRED, 14 Nov. 2023
Thousands of wealthy Arabs left in anticipation of war, thousands more responded to Arab leaders’ call to get out of the way of the advancing armies, a handful were expelled, but most simply fled to avoid being caught in the cross fire of battle.
—Benjamin Weinthal, Fox News, 15 May 2023
For two months they were trapped in their house, without electricity, windows shattered, caught in the cross fire of constant shelling.
—George Packer, The Atlantic, 6 Sep. 2022
That work is possible thanks to an exception in California’s penal code that specifically carves out privileges for journalists to cross fire lines.
—Grant Stringer, The Christian Science Monitor, 26 Aug. 2022
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Ties have been at their lowest point in decades amid disputes over trade, technology, Taiwan and Chinese aggression in the South China Sea.Jennifer Jett, NBC News, 7 Nov. 2024
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Yet, none of that was seen on ABC by the millions who subscribe to DirecTV as Disney was in a contract dispute with the satellite provider at the time.Dominic Patten, Deadline, 5 Nov. 2024
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An Arkansas State Police officer was arrested Tuesday following an altercation with his wife. Sgt.Arkansas Democrat-Gazette, arkansasonline.com, 5 Nov. 2024
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Embiid got into an altercation with Philadelphia Inquirer columnist Marcus Hayes after the 76ers’ loss to the Memphis Grizzlies on Saturday.Rohan Nadkarni, NBC News, 5 Nov. 2024
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The farmers’ quarrels with vampires make sense, especially in smaller cattle herds, where losing even one cow can significantly hurt a farmer’s livelihood.Sebastian Stockmaier, Discover Magazine, 31 Oct. 2024
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Khodr was concerned about rising tensions between the two communities competing for limited aid, and opened separate shelters to avoid quarrels; fifty-nine for Lebanese and five for Syrians.Rania Abouzeid, The New Yorker, 11 Oct. 2024
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The 2025 Championships will likely attract an even larger crowd, after controversy overshadowed the men’s tournament this year.Jamie Barton, CNN, 3 Nov. 2024
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These controversies led Discord to shut down the site.Earl Carr, Forbes, 3 Nov. 2024
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Next time you’re caught in a disagreement, try a lighthearted, funny remark or make a silly face to lighten the atmosphere.Mark Travers, Forbes, 3 Nov. 2024
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There is disagreement over whether Medicare should be run by the private sector.Stephanie Armour | KFF Health News, ABC News, 1 Nov. 2024
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Another huge element was the stunt team, who have helped execute fights between superhuman creatures and quite a bit of flying via wirework (one thing the actors won’t miss much).Proma Khosla, IndieWire, 24 Oct. 2024
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The crypto industry is pouring money into the fight to control Congress, and the Massachusetts race just isn't enough of a factor to become a good investment.Mike Deehan, Axios, 24 Oct. 2024
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Meanwhile, the judge also heard arguments about whether Kohberger may pose a danger to others.Erik Ortiz, NBC News, 7 Nov. 2024
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Bob Herman Dec 1, 2021 - Health Supreme Court weighs whether hospital drug cuts are valid The U.S. Supreme Court heard oral arguments Tuesday about whether the federal government had the authority to cut hospitals' payments for outpatient drugs.Maya Goldman, Axios, 5 Nov. 2024
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But in an effort to remain as impartial as possible, Daniel and Johnny agree to stage a battle royal judged by a guest sensei: Mike Barnes.Ben Rosenstock, Vulture, 18 July 2024
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This final has the potential to be an historic battle royal and, perhaps again, a passing of the torch—Djokovic, of course, has won this trophy seven times, while Alcaraz is the defending champion.Corey Seymour, Vogue, 12 July 2024
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“Cross fire.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cross%20fire. Accessed 16 Nov. 2024.
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