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assault

[uh-sawlt] / əˈsɔlt /




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Along with jet fighters, refueling tankers and other warplanes at air bases, the U.S. has positioned Navy warships and Marines on amphibious assault ships in the region.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 8, 2026

Still, he was in better condition than many of the other climbers, and Dyhrenfurth chose him for the final assault.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 8, 2026

Former footballer Joey Barton has denied an assault on a man at a Merseyside golf club.

From BBC • Apr. 7, 2026

Whatever happens, the assault may well discourage the Iranian people—many of whom have been very pro-American—from viewing the United States as a friend in the future.

From Slate • Apr. 6, 2026

Suddenly he charged, opting for a rapid assault this time.

From "Fablehaven" by Brandon Mull




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