initial onslaught

Frequency: 5.85.2 per million words

refers to the first part of a powerful attack

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  • The team struggled to withstand the initial onslaught from their opponents.
  • Despite the fierce initial onslaught, the defenders held their ground.
  • The startup faced an initial onslaught of criticism but eventually found success.
  • He was caught off guard by the initial onslaught of questions from the press.
  • The city prepared for the initial onslaught of the hurricane, securing buildings and evacuating residents.
  • Investors were wary after the initial onslaught of negative market news.
  • The new product's launch was met with an initial onslaught of consumer interest.
  • During the battle, the soldiers managed to repel the enemy's initial onslaught.
  • The website crashed under the initial onslaught of traffic after the announcement.
  • Facing an initial onslaught of challenges, she remained determined to achieve her goals.