Attacked Uncommon

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Definitions

Verb

simple past tense and past participle of attack

"The dog attacked its owner when it was frightened."

In plain English: Attacked means someone tried to hurt you physically, verbally insulted you badly, or launched an aggressive action against you.

"The dog attacked the mail carrier when he tried to deliver his letter."

Example Sentences

"The dog attacked the mail carrier when he tried to deliver his letter." verb

"The dog attacked the mail carrier when he came to deliver letters." verb

"Critics attacked the new policy immediately after it was announced." verb

"She felt personally attacked by the harsh comments in the review." verb