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as in invasion
a sudden attack on and entrance into hostile territory
repeated Viking raids wore down the defenses of the seaside village
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as in attack
the act or action of setting upon with force or violence
an early morning raid by Federal agents took the smugglers in their hideout by surprise
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1
as in to invade
to enter for conquest or plunder
a fox has been raiding the chicken coop, and now we're down to eight hens
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as in to attack
to take sudden, violent action against
the enemy tribe raided the village just before dawn, taking everyone by surprise
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Recent Examples of raid
Gene Maddaus, Variety, 7 Aug. 2025
In a news release, Abbott invoked President Donald Trump’s deployment of California National Guard troops to Los Angeles amid protests against workplace raids by Immigration and Customs Enforcement.
—Bayliss Wagner, Austin American Statesman, 30 July 2025
Haisten Willis, The Washington Examiner, 8 Aug. 2025
And like many gambling establishments, Hot Seats has been raided at least once.
—Annie Martin, The Orlando Sentinel, 3 Aug. 2025
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Noun
The dispute started with ICE raids that took place on June 6, drawing backlash from protesters.
—Gene Maddaus, Variety, 7 Aug. 2025
In a news release, Abbott invoked President Donald Trump’s deployment of California National Guard troops to Los Angeles amid protests against workplace raids by Immigration and Customs Enforcement.
—Bayliss Wagner, Austin American Statesman, 30 July 2025
Verb
Three years ago, the FBI raided former President Donald Trump‘s Mar-a-Lago home, taking away 26 boxes that officials said included documents with classified markings.
—Haisten Willis, The Washington Examiner, 8 Aug. 2025
And like many gambling establishments, Hot Seats has been raided at least once.
—Annie Martin, The Orlando Sentinel, 3 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for raid
Noun
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Zelensky has also warned that territory conceded to Russia would simply be used as a springboard for further invasions, as happened with Crimea, illegally annexed by Moscow in 2014, and used as a launchpad for the full-scale war in 2022.—
Nick Paton Walsh,
CNN Money,
14 Aug. 2025
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The Japanese tech company has operated in Russia since 2006, but after the 2022 invasion of Ukraine began scaling back operations, halting console shipments and closing online and brick-and-mortar stores.—
Tom Chivers,
semafor.com,
14 Aug. 2025
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But just this week, BPD arrested two undocumented immigrants caught on camera carrying out a violent attack in Canton.—
WBFF STAFF,
Baltimore Sun,
16 Aug. 2025
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Education has been under attack in Florida for decades; the dumbing down of our schools and society is notorious.—
Robert Kesten,
The Orlando Sentinel,
16 Aug. 2025
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While every season is different depending on the location, some of the past challenges have included walking across a tightrope over a cliff, rescuing themselves from a sinking car and invading a crate filled with poisonous gases and chemicals.—
Caroline Blair,
People.com,
7 Aug. 2025
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After becoming a sensation on Disney+ with its original 2002 movie and spinoff series, Lilo & Stitch will invade the Mouse House’s OTT service again on Wednesday, September 3.—
Anthony D'Alessandro,
Deadline,
5 Aug. 2025
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The passenger did not physically assault anyone on the aircraft, and no injuries were reported, according to police.—
Michelle Del Rey,
USA Today,
14 Aug. 2025
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The reigning 100-meter world champion sprinter also issued an apology to her boyfriend after allegedly assaulting him in a Seattle airport.—
Jade Walker,
CNN Money,
14 Aug. 2025
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Scenarios encountered by drivers include other vehicles, pavement quality, debris on the road, pedestrians (alert or looking at their phone), traffic signals, signage, animal incursions, and weather variability which affects both perception and tire traction.—
Richard Bishop,
Forbes.com,
7 Aug. 2025
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To be sure, even if Europe is generally equipped to handle a possible Russian incursion, some specific U.S. ground systems will be difficult to replace.—
Christopher S. Chivvis,
Foreign Affairs,
23 July 2025
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Romania was forced to scramble F-16 jets after Russia carried out a strike just half a mile from the NATO nation's territory.—
Rachel Wolf,
FOXNews.com,
6 Aug. 2025
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Gurriel then watched a slider for a strike and fouled off a 101.7 mph fastball.—
Kevin Acee,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
6 Aug. 2025
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Both women complained profusely to me about it before storming out.—
Abigail Van Buren,
Boston Herald,
15 Aug. 2025
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The Dolphins sideline erupted, with may offensive teammates storming the corner of the field to celebrate with Eskridge, including wide receivers coach Robert Prince, exuberant for one of his players.—
David Furones,
Sun Sentinel,
15 Aug. 2025
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The Ukrainian leader's comments about an imminent Russian offensive add to such concerns.—
Brendan Cole,
MSNBC Newsweek,
12 Aug. 2025
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The Institute for the Study of War stated that the Russian drone technology has recently made large advances, giving Russia a distinct tactical advantage during its summer offensive.—
Vikram Mittal,
Forbes.com,
11 Aug. 2025
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“Raid.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/raid. Accessed 19 Aug. 2025.
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