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attacker

NOUN
aggressor
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Lane would spot his attacker in Las Vegas, and it turned out to be Davis’ cousin Anderson, the informant told police.

From Los Angeles Times Aug. 12, 2026

According to Judge Ferrero, Byrd and Roberts initially had a right to defend themselves, but that right evaporated once their attacker began retreating—while he still held his shotgun—and they moved toward him.

From Slate Aug. 11, 2026

The attacker had lived with his grandparents as his parents were divorced.

From BBC Aug. 7, 2026

The attacker had lived with his grandparents, as his parents were divorced.

From BBC Aug. 7, 2026

Filch kept it fresh in everyone’s minds by pacing the spot where she had been attacked, as though he thought the attacker might come back.

From "Harry Potter And The Chamber Of Secrets" by J. K. Rowling




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