invading

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To fend off invading troops, presumably from the U.S.,

From The Wall Street Journal • May 22, 2026

Over and over again, Turner shook up established industries by invading quickly and expanding options for consumers, while railing against monolithic competitors who were less daring or nimble than his maverick Turner Broadcasting System.

From Los Angeles Times • May 6, 2026

Overall, Germany's defence expenditure is set to reach 3.1% of GDP, taking into account other defence funds, including Berlin's continuing aid to Ukraine as its continues to fight against invading Russian troops.

From BBC • May 2, 2026

Four days later, Carney addressed the nation displaying a figurine of Gen. Isaac Brock, who repelled U.S. forces invading what is today Canada in the War of 1812.

From Barron's • Apr. 23, 2026

The body's immune system tries to kill the invading bacteria with an array of special immune cells, while the bacteria try to protect themselves against immune cells by cranking out toxic chemicals.

From "Phineas Gage" by John Fleischman