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ambushers

noun

plural of ambusher
as in attackers

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  1. attackers
  2. assailants
Noun
  • Security forces were searching the compound and nearby areas, and the bodies of eight attackers were recovered, according to local police.
    — Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 20 Sep. 2026
  • Once victims entered their credentials, the attackers could capture that information.
    — Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 20 Sep. 2026
Definition of attackers
Noun
  • Sadiq said two attackers detonated explosives inside the compound Saturday morning and that police had killed six assailants so far, not including the bombers.
    — Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 20 Sep. 2026
  • This option from Vantamo flashes a bright light and emits a 130-decibel sound from dual speakers whenever the top pin is pulled, alerting passersby of the emergency and scaring off potential assailants.
    — Amelia McBride, Travel + Leisure, 20 Sep. 2026
Definition of assailants
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“Ambushers.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ambushers. Accessed 28 Sep. 2026.

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