attacker
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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
The exchanges showed how air-defense math can favor the attacker and how Iran has adapted its attacks to force the U.S. to burn precious munitions.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 16, 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
When threatened, the Lobalug contracts its venom sac, blasting the attacker with poison.
From "Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them" by J.K. Rowling
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