attack
Example Sentences
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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
The statement, from Major General Michael Onoja, a defence headquarters spokesman, said that the attack "resulted in the loss of a few brave and gallant soldiers", without disclosing a toll or who was killed.
From Barron's • Apr. 9, 2026
That person is Faith Harrison, 24, from Little Minsterley, who survived a seven-hour heart attack at the age of 22 in January 2024.
From BBC • Apr. 9, 2026
Joint Chiefs Chairman Dan Caine says that includes “approximately 80% of Iran’s air defense systems, more than 1,500 air defense targets, more than 450 ballistic missile storage facilities, 800 one-way attack drones.”
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 8, 2026
The last thing Tūtū needs is Dad stressing her out when she’s having an attack.
From "Clairboyance" by Kristiana Kahakauwila
