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攻击, 猛烈攻击
to launch a vigorous or violent attack on someone or something, either physically or verbally
- The boxer assailed his opponent with a flurry of punches in the final round.
拳击手在最后一轮用一连串的拳头攻击了他的对手。
- Pressure from creditors had been assailing the small business owner for months.
债权人的压力几个月来一直在攻击小企业主。
- Burglars assailed the homeowner as he entered, demanding money and valuables.
窃贼在房主进入时袭击了他,要求交出钱和贵重物品。
- The defense attorney tried to assail the credibility of the key witness on the stand.
辩护律师试图攻击关键证人在台上的可信度。
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袭击, 侵袭
(of feelings or sensations) to worry or upset someone suddenly and profoundly