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as in violations
the act of forcing a person to engage in sexual activity and especially intercourse
attended a class teaching women self-defense against assault
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as in attacks
the act or action of setting upon with force or violence
was arrested for his assault of the bystander
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as in rapes
to engage in sexual activity and especially intercourse with a person unwilling or unable to give consent
was registered as a sex offender after assaulting the victim
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as in raids
to take sudden, violent action against
was found guilty of assaulting an officer enemy forces assaulted the city
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Recent Examples of assaults
Lauren Kent, CNN Money, 14 June 2026
Vandalism, assaults and robberies downtown have driven businesses out, and a noticeable lack of police presence makes people reluctant to return.
—Lily Wright, Los Angeles Times, 13 June 2026
The transit system recorded a 69% decrease in crime on the Blue Line and a 67% reduction in bus operator and passenger assaults during the first quarter of 2026 compared to the same period in 2025, according to data released by the transit agency.
—Dj Simmons, Charlotte Observer, 12 June 2026
There were assaults in schools, where inclusive language was demonized and outlawed.
—Scott Maxwell, The Orlando Sentinel, 12 June 2026
One recent video shows marines from the Sever and Tsentr groups training for assaults against Ukrainian fortified positions, with drones integrated into the assault force to provide reconnaissance and fire support.
—Vikram Mittal, Forbes.com, 12 June 2026
Downtown Lee’s Summit Main Street announced Tuesday that the 2026 Downtown Days festival will be its last, citing safety concerns after fights, assaults and property damage marred Saturday evening’s event.
—Ian Cummings, Kansas City Star, 11 June 2026
Brown had a history of violent crime, including assaults and robberies, and had also been diagnosed with schizophrenia.
—Sarah Rumpf-Whitten, FOXNews.com, 10 June 2026
The attack comes as the NYPD investigates a troubling string of chilling assaults against older New Yorkers.
—Thomas Tracy, New York Daily News, 5 June 2026
Christina Fan, CBS News, 7 June 2026
Any passenger who assaults, threatens, intimidates or interferes with airline crew members can lead to penalties of up to $43,658 per violation, according to the FAA.
—Cindy Von Quednow, CNN Money, 3 May 2026
The Pios’ culture assaults the senses the moment players step onto campus.
—Troy Renck, Denver Post, 13 Apr. 2026
The White House told ProPublica that anyone who assaults federal immigration agents would be prosecuted.
—Nicole Foy, ProPublica, 18 Oct. 2025
The Kid also physically assaults Apollonia at one point.
—Ross Raihala, Twin Cities, 17 Oct. 2025
Continue reading … SKY SCUFFLE – Passenger allegedly assaults Alaska Airlines crew members, forces emergency landing at Boise Airport.
—FOXNews.com, 16 Oct. 2025
Noun
Moscow’s efforts to recruit students for its own expert drone units have been mired in distrust and setbacks, according to Stepanenko, after Russia’s Ministry of Defense committed some drone operators to frontline ground assaults.
—Lauren Kent, CNN Money, 14 June 2026
Vandalism, assaults and robberies downtown have driven businesses out, and a noticeable lack of police presence makes people reluctant to return.
—Lily Wright, Los Angeles Times, 13 June 2026
The transit system recorded a 69% decrease in crime on the Blue Line and a 67% reduction in bus operator and passenger assaults during the first quarter of 2026 compared to the same period in 2025, according to data released by the transit agency.
—Dj Simmons, Charlotte Observer, 12 June 2026
There were assaults in schools, where inclusive language was demonized and outlawed.
—Scott Maxwell, The Orlando Sentinel, 12 June 2026
One recent video shows marines from the Sever and Tsentr groups training for assaults against Ukrainian fortified positions, with drones integrated into the assault force to provide reconnaissance and fire support.
—Vikram Mittal, Forbes.com, 12 June 2026
Downtown Lee’s Summit Main Street announced Tuesday that the 2026 Downtown Days festival will be its last, citing safety concerns after fights, assaults and property damage marred Saturday evening’s event.
—Ian Cummings, Kansas City Star, 11 June 2026
Brown had a history of violent crime, including assaults and robberies, and had also been diagnosed with schizophrenia.
—Sarah Rumpf-Whitten, FOXNews.com, 10 June 2026
The attack comes as the NYPD investigates a troubling string of chilling assaults against older New Yorkers.
—Thomas Tracy, New York Daily News, 5 June 2026
Verb
Anyone who assaults law enforcement will be prosecuted to the fullest extent of the law.
—Christina Fan, CBS News, 7 June 2026
Any passenger who assaults, threatens, intimidates or interferes with airline crew members can lead to penalties of up to $43,658 per violation, according to the FAA.
—Cindy Von Quednow, CNN Money, 3 May 2026
The Pios’ culture assaults the senses the moment players step onto campus.
—Troy Renck, Denver Post, 13 Apr. 2026
The White House told ProPublica that anyone who assaults federal immigration agents would be prosecuted.
—Nicole Foy, ProPublica, 18 Oct. 2025
The Kid also physically assaults Apollonia at one point.
—Ross Raihala, Twin Cities, 17 Oct. 2025
Continue reading … SKY SCUFFLE – Passenger allegedly assaults Alaska Airlines crew members, forces emergency landing at Boise Airport.
—FOXNews.com, 16 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for assaults
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At a civic association meeting Thursday, city code enforcement officers reminded residents that Fort Lauderdale has a complaint system that can suspend a short-term rental after three violations.—
Abby Dodge,
CBS News,
19 June 2026
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But the lenient touch toward one of the game’s worst violations reflects a problem that’s only continuing to grow in the broader sports world.—
Jemele Hill,
The Atlantic,
19 June 2026
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The Kerch road and rail crossing, opened by Putin in 2018, has been the target of previous Ukrainian attacks.—
Gianluca Mezzofiore,
CNN Money,
20 June 2026
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The first is Kryla, a compact cruise missile carrying a 50-kilogram warhead designed for saturation attacks.—
Neetika Walter,
Interesting Engineering,
19 June 2026
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Through these photos, Dominique Pelicot is not ‘just’ casting an incestuous gaze on me, as was said during the investigation and the Mazan rapes trial.—
TIME,
Time,
7 Apr. 2026
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And when her brother-in-law, Stanley (Marlon Brando), rapes her, her descent into madness was made all the more vivid and believable by Leigh's precise depiction of vulnerability and instability.—
Darren Franich,
Entertainment Weekly,
15 Mar. 2026
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In the character's final scene, as the DEA raids her rural compound, Laurie ties a rope around her neck and jumps from the roof of her home.—
Joey Nolfi,
Entertainment Weekly,
1 June 2026
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In the meantime, the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) finally raids Laurie's property, thanks to the intel Rue had been giving them.—
Kelly Lawler,
USA Today,
1 June 2026
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By targeting logistics hubs and resource stockpiles, Ukraine is attacking the systems that sustain Russian offensives.—
Aidan Stretch,
CBS News,
9 June 2026
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The twin offensives are targeting Hamas and Hezbollah respectively, though critics argue that the operations are motivated at least in part by domestic politics — Israel is due to hold elections by October — and are amplifying troubling humanitarian situations in Gaza and Lebanon.—
Prashant Rao,
semafor.com,
29 May 2026
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Following a review of this emerging type of residential rental activity, City officials determined that renting a private residential pool to a third party violates zoning regulations governing single-family residential properties.—
Julia Avant,
CBS News,
16 June 2026
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The injunction, which applies to restrooms, comes a few months after six transgender Idaho residents filed a lawsuit alleging the law violates the constitutional rights of transgender people and puts their safety and well-being at risk.—
Becca Savransky,
Idaho Statesman,
16 June 2026
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Gary ultimately storms off, but Duncan appreciates the insult, suggesting that Silicon Valley's venture capitalists love sociopaths.—
Matt Cabral,
Entertainment Weekly,
1 June 2026
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The plot is based around a routine jury site visit that turns deadly when a mercenary kill team led by Hewitt (Adkins) storms the location in search of a secret ledger detailing citywide corruption.—
Jesse Whittock,
Deadline,
13 May 2026
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Russia appeared to be flexing its military muscle in a show of force with its latest aerial onslaughts on Ukraine.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
13 May 2026
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Wardley, 31, had never lost in 21 bouts before Saturday, and somehow withstood numerous onslaughts from Dubois (23-3) without ever touching the canvas in a remarkable display of courage.—
Chris McKenna,
New York Times,
9 May 2026
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“Assaults.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/assaults. Accessed 21 Jun. 2026.
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