in attack
idiom
British
: playing on the part of the team that tries to score points or goals : (US) on offense
He will play in attack.
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Whether or not the Knicks can continue to maximize Anunoby’s newfound offensive gifts while keeping Brunson in attack mode will be a determining factor in how far New York can go in its postseason run.
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Kristian Winfield, New York Daily News, 15 Apr. 2025
While previously Newcastle were reliant on Trippier’s creativity from right-back (with 10 top-flight assists in 2023-24), meaning the left-back was less pivotal in attack, that has flipped to an extent this season.
—Chris Waugh, New York Times, 11 Apr. 2025
His partnership with Ismaila Sarr has also blossomed, with Munoz providing cover for the right-sided No 10 in attack and working with him to create space.
—Matt Woosnam, New York Times, 23 Apr. 2025
Bamford, by contrast, was every inch the experienced campaigner the team needed in attack.
—Beren Cross, New York Times, 9 Apr. 2025
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Kristian Winfield, New York Daily News, 15 Apr. 2025
While previously Newcastle were reliant on Trippier’s creativity from right-back (with 10 top-flight assists in 2023-24), meaning the left-back was less pivotal in attack, that has flipped to an extent this season.
—Chris Waugh, New York Times, 11 Apr. 2025
His partnership with Ismaila Sarr has also blossomed, with Munoz providing cover for the right-sided No 10 in attack and working with him to create space.
—Matt Woosnam, New York Times, 23 Apr. 2025
Bamford, by contrast, was every inch the experienced campaigner the team needed in attack.
—Beren Cross, New York Times, 9 Apr. 2025
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“In attack.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/in%20attack. Accessed 11 May. 2025.
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