JLPT N1 Advanced
矢先
The very moment something happens, or the brunt of an attack.
Readings
1 Noun
The Very Moment / Just As
Identifies the exact moment immediately after an action has taken place or just before it is about to start.
Example
家 を 出た 矢先 に 、 雨 が 降り始めた 。
The moment I left the house, it started to rain.
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2 Noun
Target / Brunt
Denotes the metaphorical position of being the direct target or receiving the brunt of an attack or criticism.
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