full-scale offensive

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a major, planned military campaign to attack the enemy

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  • At dawn, the army launched a full-scale offensive across the border.
  • The military launched a full-scale offensive against enemy positions.
  • After weeks of probing attacks, they shifted to a full-scale offensive.
  • After weeks of planning, the rebels began their full-scale offensive.
  • The general warned that a full-scale offensive could trigger regional war.
  • Analysts predicted a full-scale offensive could lead to wider conflict.
  • A full-scale offensive was called off due to weather.
  • The general ordered a full-scale offensive at dawn.
  • Rebels prepared for a full-scale offensive as the ceasefire collapsed.
  • Such a full-scale offensive requires immense logistical support.
  • International forces tried to deter a full-scale offensive with sanctions.
  • The government prepared for a full-scale offensive to reclaim the territory.
  • By nightfall, the full-scale offensive had stalled on the outskirts of the city.
  • A full-scale offensive was seen as the only option to break the stalemate.
  • The president denied plans for a full-scale offensive and urged restraint.
  • The enemy was surprised by the sudden full-scale offensive.
  • Analysts predicted that a full-scale offensive would require months of logistics.
  • He argued against a full-scale offensive, favoring diplomatic solutions instead.
  • If they launch a full-scale offensive, civilians will be evacuated immediately.
  • The media reported on the start of the full-scale offensive with grave concern.