attack
Example Sentences
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“We’ve known for a long time that chimpanzees will attack and kill their neighbors,” said primatologist John Mitani, professor emeritus at the University of Michigan and a study co-author.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 9, 2026
But they tend to ignore the words in the middle of that sentence—an armed attack in Europe or North America.
From Slate • Apr. 9, 2026
"Hybrid warfare" is when a hostile state carries out an anonymous, deniable attack, usually in highly suspicious circumstances, but stops short of being an attributable act of war.
From BBC • Apr. 9, 2026
"Each and every attack must comply with international humanitarian law fundamental principles of distinction, proportionality and precautions to protect civilians," he said.
From Barron's • Apr. 8, 2026
It’s not like the coyote means to eat your particular prized sheep or attack your expensive composter.
From "Wayward Creatures" by Dayna Lorentz
