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2 | 33% | 9 | Start of an attack | |
3 | 18% | 6 | Block opening attack, then lash out and start riot | |
Start The Attack Crossword Clue
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We think the answer is "ONSET" which means:
- noun
- • The beginning or early stages
- • (military) an offensive against an enemy (using weapons) verb
- • To assault; to set upon.
- • To set about; to begin.
An example sentence would be:
- • "The onset of winter usually brings heavy snowfall."
- • "The sudden onset of rain caught us off guard."
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The Guardian Cryptic03 Feb 2006 | Across 16 | |
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7 | The idea that an attack on one member nation of an alliance is considered an attack on all member nations |