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assail

verb
/əˈseɪl/

Meaning

to attack violently, either physically or with words

Example Sentences

The politician was assailed with difficult questions.

Synonyms

attack, assault, criticize, storm, beset

Antonyms

defend, support, protect

Collocations

assail someone, assail with questions, assail the enemy, assail verbally

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