all-out attack

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A military assault or a strong criticism made with maximum force.

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  • The army launched an all-out attack on the enemy's fortress at dawn.
  • The soldiers mounted an all-out attack on the town.
  • The opposition party began an all-out attack on the government's new policy.
  • The general ordered an all-out attack at dawn to break the stalemate.
  • In her latest article, the journalist makes an all-out attack on corporate greed.
  • Intelligence reports suggested the enemy was preparing for an all-out attack.
  • We must prepare for an all-out attack from our competitors.
  • Launching an all-out attack was a last resort after all diplomatic efforts failed.
  • The general gave the order for an all-out attack, committing all available troops.
  • The coalition forces unleashed an all-out attack on the rebel stronghold.
  • Surviving their initial all-out attack was crucial for our eventual victory.
  • An all-out attack would involve mobilizing every available unit, from infantry to air support.
  • The lawyer's cross-examination was an all-out attack on the witness's credibility.
  • The country braced itself for an all-out attack following the breakdown of the ceasefire.
  • Intelligence reports suggested the rebels were planning an all-out attack on the capital.
  • Historians still debate the necessity of the all-out attack that ended the war.
  • He faced an all-out attack from the media after his controversial comments.
  • Only a coordinated, all-out attack could breach the city's formidable defenses.
  • A coordinated, all-out attack is their only chance of breaking through the defenses.
  • The risk of devastating civilian casualties prevented the command from ordering an all-out attack.