How is the phrase en el punto de mira translated from Spanish to English

English translation
In the firing line
phrase

En una posición en la que es probable recibir críticas o culpas.

In a position likely to receive criticism or blame.

Examples with “en el punto de mira”

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  • En las reuniones siempre acaba en el punto de mira. — She always finds herself in the firing line during meetings.

  • El soldado se colocó en la línea de fuego durante el ejercicio. — The soldier stood in the firing line during the training exercise.

  • ¿Seguro que quieres estar así en el ojo del huracán? — Are you sure you want to be in the firing line like that?

  • ¿Seguro que quieres estar en la línea de fuego en ese momento? — Are you sure you want to be in the firing line at that moment?

  • Los jefes suelen poner a los empleados en el punto de mira por los errores. — Managers often put employees in the firing line for mistakes.

  • Evita ponerte en la línea de fuego durante el simulacro, por favor. — Please avoid being in the firing line during the drill.

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