Fusillade

usgb/ˈfjuːsəlɑːd,ˈfjuːsəleɪd/
noun

A series of shots fired or missiles thrown all at the same time or in quick succession.

The soldiers launched a fusillade of bullets at the enemy territory.
Visual representation of "fusillade" - A series of shots fired or missiles thrown all at the same time or in quick succession.
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Visual representation of "fusillade"
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Military Origin

Originally referred to rapid military gunfire, so it's often used in war or action contexts.

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The movie scene depicted a tense fusillade exchanged between the two armies.
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Intensity

Implies an intense, overwhelming number of shots fired to suppress the enemy quickly.

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The rebels were met with a furious fusillade as they approached the gates.
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Quick Succession

Used when shots or missiles are fired rapidly one after another, not sporadically.

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A fusillade of arrows darkened the sky within seconds during the battle.
Visual representation of the word "Fusillade"

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