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VocabJLPT N4

to attack

Godan VerbTransitive Verb

Definitions

1. to attack
2. to assail
3. to succeed (someone in a post, role, etc.)
4. to make a sudden visit

A verb meaning to attack, assault, or strike suddenly. It can refer to a physical attack by a person or animal, or figuratively to something like a wave of emotion or a sudden illness overtaking someone.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

The man kept repeating, "I didn't attack anyone."

Sentence 2

Wait, that gentle person really attacked someone?

Sentence 3

Um, what would you do if an angry customer attacked you?

Sentence 4

Hold on — that person isn't about to attack us, right?

Sentence 5

Why do you only play games where you attack people?