Siege

usgb/siːdʒ/
noun

A military operation where enemy forces surround a town or building, cutting off essential supplies with the aim of making those inside surrender.

The army laid siege to the enemy's fortress for weeks.
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Often appears as...

  • lay siege to
  • under siege
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Warfare Term

Used to describe strategic military encirclements in historical or current events.

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The documentary highlighted the siege of Leningrad during World War II.
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Intensity

Indicates a scenario with a high level of intensity and struggle.

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Fierce resistance prolonged the siege beyond what was expected.
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Not Literal

Can be used metaphorically for situations that feel like being trapped or surrounded.

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The media's relentless questions felt like a siege to the politician.
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