bang bang

bang bang
 n.— «The brave and dedicated men and women who risk their lives and well-being every moment that they are in a war zone are well aware of the phrase “watch your ass.” They wear helmets and body armor and are always looking over their shoulders. However, the number of news photographers who cover “bang, bang,” as it is known in the trade, are a small minority among the photographers in the business.» —“Watch Your Ass” by Dick Kraus Digital Journalist Aug. 7, 2006. (source: Double-Tongued Dictionary)

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