Definition of «gunfire»

Gunfire refers to the sound or action of firing a gun. It can also refer to the discharge of artillery, such as in the phrase "heavy gunfire." In some contexts, it may be used metaphorically to describe intense activity or excitement, as in "the crowd erupted into gunfire of applause."

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There was a sudden burst of gunfire echoing through the dark alley.
The civilians were terrified as they took cover from the gunfire during the intense battle.
The police officers returned fire, engaging in a fierce exchange of gunfire with the armed criminals.
The neighborhood plunged into chaos as the sound of gunfire filled the air.
The soldier's ears were ringing from the deafening gunfire on the battlefield.
The video showed scenes of violence and gunfire as the documentary captured the intensity of the war.

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After the dog has been afield several times, accustomhim to the sound of gunfire by shooting the training pistol in the air. (si.com)
For Kray Butler, an 18 - year - old senior at Perspectives Charter School, the approach has helped him to cope with the death of two cousins and an uncle killed by gunfire in Chicago. (courant.com)
According to its spokesperson, Colonel Sani Kukasheka Usman, there was heavy exchange of gunfire in which the patrol killed 4 suspected Boko Haram terrorists, recovered 2 AK - 47 rifles, 4 various sizes of solar energy panels, several types of drugs and 5 motorcycles. (nigeriapoliticsonline.com)
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Definition of «gunfire»

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