How is the phrase pillado en el fuego cruzado translated from Spanish to English

English translation
caught in the crossfire
phrase

Atrapado sin querer entre dos bandos enfrentados en un conflicto o una pelea.

Unintentionally caught between opposing sides in a conflict or fight.

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  • Los niños quedaron entre dos fuegos durante la discusión. — The children were caught in the crossfire during the argument.

  • ¿Alguien más se sintió atrapado en el fuego cruzado de su disputa? — Did anyone else feel caught in the crossfire of their dispute?

  • Al intentar mediar se sintió entre la espada y la pared. — She felt caught in the crossfire while trying to mediate.

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