attacker

Example Sentences

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The operators are in constant contact with police so officers can, say, be guided to where the attacker is.

From Barron's • May 15, 2026

That goal proved to be decisive when Hertl scored with 64 seconds to play after Vegas pulled their goalie for an extra attacker.

From Los Angeles Times • May 11, 2026

Under Flick's management Raphinha, despite a season interrupted with injuries, has developed into a more consistent and influential attacker.

From BBC • May 11, 2026

Police have identified other students who may have cooperated with the attacker, Russo added.

From Barron's • May 6, 2026

The problem arises when a tree encounters an attacker for which evolution has left it unprepared, and seldom has a tree been more helpless against an invader than the American chestnut against Endothia parasitica.

From "A Walk in the Woods" by Bill Bryson