large-scale offensive
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A major, aggressive military attack or campaign.
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- The military prepared for a large-scale offensive along the northern border.
- The army launched a large-scale offensive against enemy positions.
- Rumors of a large-scale offensive caused widespread panic among civilians.
- Intelligence reports suggested a large-scale offensive was imminent.
- The general ordered a large-scale offensive to recapture lost territory.
- A large-scale offensive requires meticulous planning and resources.
- Analysts predicted that a large-scale offensive would be launched by spring.
- The government prepared for a large-scale offensive to reclaim the territory.
- The surprise large-scale offensive changed the course of the entire war.
- They hoped a large-scale offensive would bring a swift end to the conflict.
- Humanitarian agencies warned of the severe consequences of a large-scale offensive.
- The general commanded the troops in a daring large-scale offensive.
- The government denied plans for any large-scale offensive, despite troop movements.
- News channels reported on the start of a large-scale offensive in the region.
- After months of skirmishes, both sides geared up for a large-scale offensive.
- Despite heavy losses, the large-scale offensive continued for several weeks.
- The successful large-scale offensive broke the enemy's defenses.
- Analysts debated the effectiveness of such a large-scale offensive.
- International mediators pushed for a ceasefire to avoid a large-scale offensive.
- The sudden large-scale offensive caught the opposing forces by surprise.