attacking (B1)
verb
Pronunciation: /əˈtækɪŋ/
Definition
Engaging in a forceful or aggressive action against someone or something, often with the intent to harm, defeat, or damage.
Examples
The lion was attacking its prey with incredible speed.
The politician's speech was seen as attacking the opposition's policies.
The software was found to be attacking the user's personal data.
How to Use attacking
- attack on (prepositional phrase)
- To direct an aggressive action or criticism towards something. — "The report detailed the unprovoked attack on the embassy."
- attack someone/something (collocation)
- To direct aggression or criticism towards a person or thing. — "The dog started attacking the mail carrier."
- attack with (prepositional phrase)
- To use a specific weapon or method in an aggressive action. — "The soldiers were attacking with heavy artillery."
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