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Onslaught
01
a fierce and intense attack, often with the goal of overwhelming the opponent
Example
The protestors faced an onslaught of tear gas and rubber bullets as they clashed with the police.
The army launched a relentless onslaught against enemy positions, pushing them back and gaining ground.
In the final stages of the war, the combined forces launched a coordinated naval and aerial onslaught, leading to the enemy 's surrender.
02
a relentless and persistent series of challenges, difficulties, or obstacles, typically experienced over a prolonged period of time
Example
The protagonist in the novel faced an onslaught of personal tragedies, from the loss of loved ones to betrayals and setbacks.
The city 's infrastructure was ill-prepared for the onslaught of heavy rainfall, leading to widespread flooding and chaos.
Despite their best efforts, the small business could n't withstand the onslaught of competition from larger corporations.
03
the rapid and continuous delivery of linguistic communication (spoken or written)
Example
The protestors faced an onslaught of tear gas and rubber bullets as they clashed with the police.
The army launched a relentless onslaught against enemy positions, pushing them back and gaining ground.
In the final stages of the war, the combined forces launched a coordinated naval and aerial onslaught, leading to the enemy's surrender.
The military base prepared for an impending onslaught, fortifying defenses and mobilizing troops for the anticipated attack.
The city endured a sustained enemy onslaught, with citizens taking refuge in underground shelters to survive the bombings.
