assault

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But of the five assault on a federal officer cases the office had taken to trial, prosecutors had not won a single one.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 3, 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

Finally, it is worth noting that there has been so much noise made about a possible US ground assault on Kharg that it could be part of some deception plan.

From BBC • Mar. 30, 2026

Still, the USS Tripoli, an amphibious assault ship carrying around 3,500 Marines and sailors, arrived in the Middle East on Friday.

From Barron's • Mar. 29, 2026

Ben could feel a blush begin at the cuticles of his toes, rush through his entire body, and assault the very roots of his hair.

From "The Great Santini" by Pat Conroy