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attack

[uh-tak] / əˈtæk /








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Sri Lanka's police kennels department was mobilised to ensure that local street dogs did not attack Aloka, who was led on a leash held by an army commando.

From Barron's • Apr. 22, 2026

Playing in a special jersey that was embroidered with a tribute, the open-side scored a try and made telling contributions in both attack and defence.

From BBC • Apr. 21, 2026

Many pancreatic tumors also carry relatively few mutations overall, which makes them harder for the immune system to detect and attack.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 21, 2026

I also know that I’m going to attack each day with humility and focus.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 21, 2026

Just a random mix of letters, impervious to attack by any known strategy.

From "The Bletchley Riddle" by Ruta Sepetys and Steve Sheinkin




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