assault

Example Sentences

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Walking into the ring after months of training, he was hit by an assault of noise: The “Rocky” theme song blasted and the crowd roared.

From The Wall Street Journal

That frontal assault on el bolillo came just as many Mexicans are getting ready to stock up on the fluffy loaves for the holidays.

From Los Angeles Times

Workers contend that the high vacancy rate leads to more on-the-job assaults, mandatory overtime and staff turnover.

From Los Angeles Times

There have been three recent not guilty verdicts delivered to defendants accused of assaulting federal agents.

From Los Angeles Times

In the hours before the assault, Mills told Berry: "Sorry u know what ur doing, and I trust you."

From BBC