draw fire

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Synonyms: drawn fire, draws fire, drew fire, dead fire, raw file, dry fire

Antonyms: drawn fire, draws fire, drew fire, dead fire, raw file, dry fire

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Verb

1. {{lb|en|literal|also figurative}} In an [[armed]] encounter, to attract [[gunfire]] from an [[adversary]], whether [[unintentional]]ly or [[deliberate]]ly for the purpose of allowing one's allies or colleagues to gain a [[tactical]] advantage over the adversary.
2. {{lb|en|idiomatic|by extension}} To create a [[distraction]] that allows one's [[friend]]s, [[co-worker]]s, or other [[associate]]s to gain an advantage over the distracted party.
3. {{lb|en|idiomatic|by extension}} To attract [[criticism]] or an [[angry]] reaction.

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