attack

/əˈtæk/ verb A2 Neutral

Meaning

To try to hurt someone or use force against something.

💡 "Attack" can mean to try to hurt someone or to use force against something.

Example Sentences

The dog will attack if it feels scared or angry .

Word in Context

David walks in the park and a dog runs up to him . The dog looks excited and it does not attack because it only wants to play with a ball . David smiles and throws the ball so the dog is happy .

Common Phrases

to attack someone to attack something

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