attacker

Example Sentences

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The Home Office said the alleged attacker entered the UK in 2023 and was given refugee status.

From BBC • Jun. 11, 2026

A video widely circulated online showed a number of people, including one wielding a hurling stick, confronted the attacker until police officers arrived at the scene.

From BBC • Jun. 10, 2026

As every player seamlessly switches between attacker and shooter, the minuscule gaps in the Spurs’ defense become wider and wider.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 7, 2026

Kuwait’s army said Monday morning the country was under attack by missiles and drones, without identifying the attacker.

From Barron's • Jun. 1, 2026

Roy Lee leapt to his feet and flailed ineffectually at his attacker.

From "October Sky" by Homer Hickam