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to assail
01
to launch a vigorous or violent attack on someone or something, either physically or verbally
Examples
The boxer assailed his opponent with a flurry of punches in the final round.
02
attack in speech or writing
03
launch an attack or assault on; begin hostilities or start warfare with
04
(of feelings or sensations) to worry or upset someone suddenly and profoundly
Transitive
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assailable
reassail
assail
