attacker
Example Sentences
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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
A good distance separated Rontu from his attacker and I could end the battle before he was wounded further or the pack fell upon him.
From "Island of the Blue Dolphins" by Scott O'Dell
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