CEFR B2

onslaught

noun

Meaning

A fierce or destructive attack, or an overwhelming rush of something.

Examples

The army launched a massive onslaught against the enemy defenses.
She braced herself for the onslaught of questions from the press.

Synonyms: attack, assault, invasion, barrage

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onslaught (B2)

noun

Pronunciation: /ˈɒnslɔːt/

Definition

A fierce or destructive attack, or an overwhelming rush of something.

Examples

The army launched a massive onslaught against the enemy defenses.
She braced herself for the onslaught of questions from the press.
The city experienced an onslaught of severe weather, including heavy rain and high winds.

How to Use onslaught

onslaught of (prepositional phrase): A large amount or number of something arriving suddenly and overwhelmingly. — "We were hit by an onslaught of mosquitoes as soon as we stepped outside."

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