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invasion

NounSuru VerbTransitive VerbIntransitive Verb

Definitions

1. invasion (e.g. of a country)
2. raid

This noun and verb (する) refers to the act of invading and occupying another country or territory by force. It carries a strong negative connotation and is used in historical and political discussions about aggressive military actions against other nations.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

Over dinner, my dad suddenly said, "The wars of invasion back then were devastating."

Sentence 2

Where do you think the line is when it comes to "invasion"?

Sentence 3

Hey, what exactly happened — what were the "acts of invasion" they mentioned in the news?

Sentence 4

Honestly, that country's argument sounds like nothing but justifying invasion.

Sentence 5

That speech was basically just dressing up an invasion as something legitimate, wasn't it?