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attack
Synonyms and Antonyms of attack
- The USS Constitution was nicknamed "Old Ironsides" after its oaken hull successfully withstood a British attack.
- Malaria is characterized by periodic attacks of chills and fever.
attack
Synonyms and Antonyms of attack
- Our dog unexpectedly attacked the mailman.
beat up on, fly at, go at, light into, pitch into, round on, set at, set upon, tear into
- The mayor and all his aides were attacked mercilessly in the press when the scandal erupted.
beat up on, light into, sail into, tie into
- Courtney attacked the huge mess in her room with determination and enthusiasm.
go at, have at, light into, pitch into, sail into, tear into
Synonym Discussion of attack
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- plan to attack the town at dawn
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- assailed the enemy with artillery fire
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- commandos assaulted the building from all sides
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- bombarded the city nightly
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- preparing to storm the fortress
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