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Attack

usgb/əˈtæk/Volume
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Physical Harm

Used to describe a harmful action that can cause damage or injury.

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The knights planned their attack at dawn.
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Requires Defense

Implies a need for defense or protection from the one attacked.

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The fortifications were strengthened to ward off attacks.
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Warfare Context

Often used in military contexts to describe combative actions between groups.

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The platoon coordinated an attack against the insurgents.
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