as in incursion
a sudden attack on and entrance into hostile territory
made a nighttime foray into the enemy camp and took their command post
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as in to plunder
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Recent Examples of foray
Merrell Readman, Travel + Leisure, 10 May 2025
The untitled thriller will publish in 2026 through HarperCollins’ global publishing program and marks social media star MrBeast’s first foray into publishing.
—Jesse Whittock, Deadline, 8 May 2025
Rachel Rabkin Peachman, Forbes, 21 Feb. 2025
But the expansion signifies more than a category foray for Alchimie Forever.
—Noor Lobad, WWD, 13 Feb. 2025
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Noun
Amazon has always been a go-to destination for travel gear, everyday essentials, stylish apparel, and even food, but now it’s leveled up with a foray into a new category: homes.
—Merrell Readman, Travel + Leisure, 10 May 2025
The untitled thriller will publish in 2026 through HarperCollins’ global publishing program and marks social media star MrBeast’s first foray into publishing.
—Jesse Whittock, Deadline, 8 May 2025
Verb
This is not, however, Forbes’ first foray into the recruiting and talent industry.
—Rachel Rabkin Peachman, Forbes, 21 Feb. 2025
But the expansion signifies more than a category foray for Alchimie Forever.
—Noor Lobad, WWD, 13 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for foray
Noun
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Israel’s incursions are fueling a vicious cycle inside Syria.—
Robert F. Worth,
The Atlantic,
14 May 2025
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The existential threat of Artificial Intelligence, starting with its incursions into privacy and security, is all too real, as is the notion of a cyber force manipulating the truth.—
David Rooney,
HollywoodReporter,
14 May 2025
Verb
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The Bucks likely wouldn’t stop there, perhaps looking to plunder young players such as Ayo Dosunmu and Matas Buzelis to flesh out a restart without Antetokounmpo.—
Julia Poe,
Chicago Tribune,
7 May 2025
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In 1538, during the Dissolution of the Monasteries, the medieval statue of Our Lady of Walsingham (a classic Madonna and child) was plundered then lost to time.—
Lamorna Ash,
The Dial,
6 May 2025
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While some remain in fair condition, others have fallen victim to hazards ranging from ancient invasions to modern development.—
Eli Wizevich,
Smithsonian Magazine,
22 May 2025
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Preventive Measures Cultural Practices Since this weed grows the best in open areas with poor soil, keeping your lawn grass thick and healthy is a great line of defense against an invasion.—
Mary Marlowe Leverette,
Southern Living,
22 May 2025
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The seven-time Super Bowl champion was sacked 565 times in 335 games as quarterback, which is good for a 4.48 sack percentage.—
Ryan Gaydos,
FOXNews.com,
8 May 2025
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Did Elmo get sacked as a result of President Trump’s attempts to defund public media?—
Todd Spangler,
Variety,
8 May 2025
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On Saturday, an employee at one of Smith’s restaurants shared insight into how operations have changed since the increase in raids.—
Larisha Paul,
Rolling Stone,
19 May 2025
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Meanwhile, there’s been a stronger focus on enforcement in the country’s interior, including workplace raids.—
Michael Smolens,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
16 May 2025
Verb
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Even if that court rules the Trump administration’s decision to strip Venezuelans of their TPS protections is unlawful, however, the Supreme Court’s Monday ruling revoking the protections will remain in place.—
Alison Durkee,
Forbes.com,
19 May 2025
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Bissouma had been stripped of the ball by Pedro Neto on the halfway line and made the situation worse in his desperation to atone for the initial error.—
Mark Carey,
New York Times,
19 May 2025
Verb
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Hamas has acknowledged executing individuals accused of looting and announced a 5,000-member force to combat armed criminals.—
Juwayriah Wright,
Time,
19 May 2025
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All of the 37 public hospitals in Khartoum have been severely damaged and looted, Saad said.—
Emmanuel Akinwotu,
NPR,
16 May 2025
Verb
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On Sunday, the editorial staff of Télé Pluriel in the Delmas 19 neighborhood, said heavily armed gang members had broken through the station’s main barrier sometime during the night and set fire to its premises while also pillaging their offices.—
Jacqueline Charles,
Miami Herald,
16 Mar. 2025
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Uh uh, method dressing is forever, at least for Timothée Chalamet—until the next role-of-a-lifetime comes along, or the parcels of Bob Dylan ephemera pillaged from the online auction houses stop coming through the young actor’s door that is.—
Anna Cafolla,
Vogue,
16 Mar. 2025
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“Foray.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/foray. Accessed 25 May. 2025.
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