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Siege
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the act of surrounding the enemy, a town, etc. and cutting off their supplies so that they would surrender
siege
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Exemplo
During the siege, the inhabitants of the city faced starvation and disease as they defended themselves against constant attacks.
The city endured a prolonged siege as enemy forces surrounded it, cutting off all supply routes.
The military strategist devised a plan to break the siege and lift the blockade on the besieged city.
Historically, sieges have been a common tactic in warfare, used to conquer fortified positions or cities.
The castle withstood a fierce siege for months before finally surrendering to the invading army.
