attacker
Example Sentences
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But note also that many audience members rushed to the stage almost instantly to subdue the attacker, perhaps saving Mr. Rushdie’s life.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 17, 2026
We began working through basic hapkido hand techniques, defenses designed to control an attacker through redirection of force.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 11, 2026
With a 4.0 grade-point average and terrific lacrosse talent as an attacker, Fine has a bright future.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 9, 2026
It remains to be seen how much of an impact Arsenal's failure to sign a recognised top-level attacker impacts their season, particularly in light of Martinelli and Leandro Trossard's departures.
From BBC ● Sep. 5, 2026
A chilling thought flashed my mind and took root before I could suppress it: Did she know who the attacker was, and she was protecting him?
From "Burning Blue" by Paul Griffin
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