矢面

やおもて

firing line; position where one is subject to questioning, criticism, etc.; in front of a flying arrow (fired by the enemy)

Also written 矢表

Meanings

Noun
firing line; position where one is subject to questioning, criticism, etc.
in front of a flying arrow (fired by the enemy)

Example sentences

議長ぎちょうが批判ひはんの矢面やおもてに立たった。

The brunt of criticism was borne by the chairmen.
トムの贅沢三昧ぜいたくざんまいな暮くらしぶりが、矢面やおもてに立たった。

Tom's luxurious style of living has made him the target of reproach.