attack
verb (used with object)
to set upon in a forceful, violent, hostile, or aggressive way, with or without a weapon; begin fighting with.
attacker
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a word derived from
attack.
Example Sentences
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Lincoln have been rebuffed with a £2m offer for Burton attacker Tyrese Shade, 26.
From BBC ● Aug. 13, 2026
Lane would spot his attacker in Las Vegas, and it turned out to be Davis’ cousin Anderson, the informant told police.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 12, 2026
According to Judge Ferrero, Byrd and Roberts initially had a right to defend themselves, but that right evaporated once their attacker began retreating—while he still held his shotgun—and they moved toward him.
From Slate ● Aug. 11, 2026
The attacker has not been publicly named, and police have not disclosed a motive.
From BBC ● Aug. 7, 2026
The lion then chases its attacker, who runs for his life.
From "Lost Boy, Lost Girl" by John Bul Dau
