assault

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Heavily armed federal agents marched down Michigan Avenue wearing body armor and carrying assault rifles.

From Salon • Apr. 6, 2026

This week, L.A. federal prosecutors were in two separate trials involving a charge of assault on a federal officer tied to immigration protests.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 4, 2026

The U.S. launched a furious aircraft-and-missile assault on Kharg focused on eliminating its military installations.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 2, 2026

“The first of two U.S. Marine Corps units has arrived in the region,” wrote Vertical Research Partners analyst Rob Stallard on Monday, adding that Iran says it is ready to respond to a ground assault.

From Barron's • Mar. 30, 2026

This scythe’s ivory robe was pleasant, and far enough from true white not to assault the eye with its brightness.

From "Scythe" by Neal Shusterman