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Attack

/ə'tæk/
To use force against someone or something to cause harm or damage.

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Examples:

This man attacked me,' I said.

We've had some animal attacks in these parts.

German eyes attacking French eyes.

Etymology:

etymology
Originates from Middle English, derived from Old French ataquer, from Italian attaccare, based on Old Provençal atacar meaning to attach or connect.

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