War

a short weapon with a pointed blade

The assassin concealed a dagger in his cloak as he approached the target.

an explosive that is very powerful

Dynamite is an explosive material consisting of nitroglycerin absorbed in an inert substance, typically sawdust or clay.

the hard protective case or covering of some animals such as a snail, mussel, crab, or turtle

a long gun that can shoot multiple small bullets at one time, suitable for hunting animals such as birds

a deep hole or large tunnel in the ground where workers dig for salt, gold, coal, etc.

The diamond mine in Africa was known for its rare gemstones.

a state of unfriendly relationship between two states which are not openly at war with each other

The two nations have been in a cold war for decades, avoiding direct conflict.

a portable weapon that uses controlled explosions to propel a projectile through a barrel

He always carries a concealed firearm for self-defense.

a mid-ranking officer in the armed forces, responsible for commanding troops and assisting superior officers

She was promoted to lieutenant after demonstrating exceptional leadership skills in combat.

a military group consisting of civilians who have been trained as soldiers to help the army in emergencies

The militia was mobilized to assist in disaster relief efforts after the earthquake devastated the region.

to dig a long, narrow hole in the ground

Construction workers trench the area to lay utility pipes underground.

to give up resistance or stop fighting against an enemy or opponent

Faced with overwhelming forces, the army decided to surrender to avoid further bloodshed.

to wait in a concealed location and launch a surprise attack on a target

The guerrilla fighters planned to ambush the enemy convoy on the narrow mountain pass.

to surround a place, typically with armed forces, in order to force those inside to give up or surrender

The army decided to besiege the enemy fortress to weaken its defenses.

to position soldiers or equipment for military action

The general decided to deploy the troops along the perimeter for a defensive stance.

(of police) to unexpectedly visit a person or place to arrest suspects or find illegal goods

The narcotics division decided to raid the suspected drug den to apprehend the traffickers.

to enter a territory using armed forces in order to occupy or take control of it

The army decided to invade the neighboring country to secure vital resources.

to secure a place and make it resistant against attacks, particularly by building walls around it

The city decided to fortify its borders with a tall, robust wall to deter potential invaders.

to be different from each other, resulting in incompatibility or disagreement

Their personalities clash, as they have opposing views on almost every topic.

to regularly move through a designated area, such as streets or neighborhoods, to ensure safety, security, and adherence to rules

The security guard patrols the building perimeter to prevent unauthorized access.

to deprive someone or something of weapons or the ability to cause harm

Police officers worked to peacefully disarm the suspect holding hostages.

to create an hole or gap in something, allowing access or entry

The battering ram breached the castle wall, creating an entry point.

to set someone free from a situation that restricts their thinking or actions

Her travels liberated her from the narrow views of her hometown.

to push away or cause something or someone to retreat or withdraw

The goalkeeper managed to repel every attempt at scoring during the match.

to join the armed forces

At the age of 18, he decided to enlist in the army to serve his country.

one of the two body parts that is connected to the shoulder and ends with fingers

He got a sunburn on his arm after spending the day at the beach.

money that a person earns, daily or weekly, in exchange for their work

The company increased the minimum wage for its employees to attract and retain talent.

to seriously injure or kill a person by shooting them, particularly someone who is defenseless

The assailant attempted to gun down his target in a crowded market.

an attack made in response to someone else's attack

The army launched a counterattack to regain lost ground.

foot soldiers who fight on the ground with small arms

The infantry advanced cautiously through the dense forest, scanning for enemy movements.

a temporary peace during a battle or war when discussions regarding permanent peace is taking place

The two sides agreed to a ceasefire to allow peace talks to begin.

a defensive structure or system constructed to protect an area or position from enemy attacks, typically including walls, towers, and other defensive elements

the shedding of blood resulting in murder

to bring something or someone under control, often using authority or force

The police officer had to subdue the suspect during the altercation.

o remove or reduce military forces, weapons, or military capabilities from a region, area, or entity, typically as part of a peace agreement, disarmament treaty, or unilateral decision to promote peace

After the peace treaty was signed, both sides agreed to demilitarize the border region.

a small bomb that explodes in a few seconds, can be thrown by hand or fired from a gun

The soldier pulled the pin from the grenade before tossing it towards the enemy position.