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attack

[uh-tak] / əˈtæk /








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The current affairs prize went to Gaza: Doctors Under Attack, which was pulled by the BBC last year, which the broadcaster said was because of impartiality concerns.

From BBC • May 10, 2026

"We have been asked to hold our Attack on the Country of Iran until such time as their leaders and representatives can come up with a unified proposal," Trump said.

From BBC • Apr. 21, 2026

Northrop makes a lot of those, including the Global Hawk External link drone and SiAWs External link, or Stand-in Attack Weapons.

From Barron's • Apr. 1, 2026

The Air Force says it has conducted a live-fire test of the Extended Range Attack Munition, known as ERAM.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 24, 2026

Attack, counter-attack, charge, repulse—these are words, but what things they signify!

From "All Quiet on the Western Front: A Novel" by Erich Maria Remarque




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