on the offensive
idiom
: in or into a situation or position in which one attacks or fights against someone or something
The soldiers are on the offensive.
She went on the offensive to fight the charges against her.
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Among the potential areas for growth for Adebayo on the offensive end include continuing to refine his post-up package, finding ways to generate more shots around the rim and making the three-point shot an even bigger part of his game.
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Anthony Chiang, Miami Herald, 13 May 2024
Sun Devils stay hot Arizona State’s torrid start to the 2025 class, particularly on the offensive line, continued with two more pledges.
—Jon Wilner, The Mercury News, 9 May 2024
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Anthony Chiang, Miami Herald, 13 May 2024
Sun Devils stay hot Arizona State’s torrid start to the 2025 class, particularly on the offensive line, continued with two more pledges.
—Jon Wilner, The Mercury News, 9 May 2024
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“On the offensive.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/on%20the%20offensive. Accessed 29 May. 2024.
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