noun
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the firing of one or more guns, esp when done repeatedly
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the use of firearms, as contrasted with other military tactics
Etymology
Origin of gunfire
Example Sentences
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Frank Vogas told AFP he was buying paint at a shop in the area when the gunfire erupted.
From Barron's ● Jun. 22, 2026
Cole recorded video of the training just outside the hospital and the sounds of simulated gunfire can be heard in the background of the post on Instagram.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 6, 2026
Cayetano said Dela Rosa's disappearance was discovered shortly after police announced Thursday the arrest of a person in connection the gunfire.
From Barron's ● May 14, 2026
Trump administration officials affirmed Cole Allen shot a Secret Service officer, extinguishing doubt about the source of the gunfire.
From The Wall Street Journal ● May 5, 2026
The door opened, and the music came bursting out like gunfire.
From "When I Was the Greatest" by Jason Reynolds
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