as in incursions
a sudden attack on and entrance into hostile territory
the invasion of the Soviet Union by Germany during World War II
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Recent Examples of invasions
One of America’s most important – and secretive – overseas assets, Diego Garcia has helped launch two invasions of Iraq, served as a vital landing spot for bombers that fly missions across Asia, and has been linked to US rendition efforts.
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Christian Edwards, CNN Money, 20 Jan. 2026
Fears persist that when elections, politics and foreign invasions become a gamble that insiders could abuse their access for profit and market odds could influence what actually happens.
—Bobby Allyn, NPR, 17 Jan. 2026
So there needed to be a balance of location that allowed for maritime travel and protection from the potential damage caused by piracy, invasions and the equally destructive power of storms.
—Literary Hub, 15 Jan. 2026
Officials also discussed violent incidents during the investigations, including when gang members allegedly pointed guns at young children during home invasions, including an 8-year-old and a 3-month-old infant.
—Sarah Rumpf-Whitten, FOXNews.com, 13 Jan. 2026
Poland’s modern history was shaped by partitions, invasions and relying on others for security on the ground.
—Alexander Görlach, The Orlando Sentinel, 10 Jan. 2026
With millions in the streets, the objective of regime change is suddenly achievable, without the invasions and occupations that defined America’s wars in Iraq and Afghanistan.
—Behnam Ben Taleblu, The Atlantic, 9 Jan. 2026
But some say last year’s Eaton fire made the situation worse, driving bears out of their habitat and increasing the number of home invasions.
—Hannah Fry, Los Angeles Times, 9 Jan. 2026
Going into meetings and briefings, lawmakers will have many questions on the constitutionality of the operation, if this will prompt other invasions, and the motive behind the raid.
—Lauren Green, The Washington Examiner, 5 Jan. 2026
Christian Edwards, CNN Money, 20 Jan. 2026
Fears persist that when elections, politics and foreign invasions become a gamble that insiders could abuse their access for profit and market odds could influence what actually happens.
—Bobby Allyn, NPR, 17 Jan. 2026
So there needed to be a balance of location that allowed for maritime travel and protection from the potential damage caused by piracy, invasions and the equally destructive power of storms.
—Literary Hub, 15 Jan. 2026
Officials also discussed violent incidents during the investigations, including when gang members allegedly pointed guns at young children during home invasions, including an 8-year-old and a 3-month-old infant.
—Sarah Rumpf-Whitten, FOXNews.com, 13 Jan. 2026
Poland’s modern history was shaped by partitions, invasions and relying on others for security on the ground.
—Alexander Görlach, The Orlando Sentinel, 10 Jan. 2026
With millions in the streets, the objective of regime change is suddenly achievable, without the invasions and occupations that defined America’s wars in Iraq and Afghanistan.
—Behnam Ben Taleblu, The Atlantic, 9 Jan. 2026
But some say last year’s Eaton fire made the situation worse, driving bears out of their habitat and increasing the number of home invasions.
—Hannah Fry, Los Angeles Times, 9 Jan. 2026
Going into meetings and briefings, lawmakers will have many questions on the constitutionality of the operation, if this will prompt other invasions, and the motive behind the raid.
—Lauren Green, The Washington Examiner, 5 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for invasions
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But what has transpired in practice is that cops are sorely missed during ICE incursions.—
The Editorial Board,
Chicago Tribune,
11 Jan. 2026
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Drone incursions, sabotage and the vulnerability of nuclear reactors to attack are turning Europe into a dangerous flashpoint.—
Chicago Tribune,
Twin Cities,
9 Jan. 2026
Noun
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Other factors are driving up beef prices, too, including feed costs because of tariffs coming from Canada and labor shortages with immigrant raids on ranches.—
Charlotte Observer,
Charlotte Observer,
13 Jan. 2026
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In March 2024, his private plane traveled from California to Antigua amid raids on his homes in Los Angeles and Miami by federal agents, according to flight trackers reviewed by PEOPLE at the time.—
Sarah Jones,
PEOPLE,
13 Jan. 2026
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“Invasions.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/invasions. Accessed 21 Jan. 2026.
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