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draw fire
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What does draw fire mean?
draw fire
verb
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(literal) In an armed encounter, to attract gunfire from an adversary, whether unintentionally or deliberately for the purpose of allowing one's allies or colleagues to gain a tactical advantage over the adversary.
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(idiomatic, by extension) To create a distraction that allows one's friends, co-workers, or other associates to gain an advantage over the distracted party.
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(idiomatic, by extension) To attract criticism or an angry reaction.
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