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Discover LudwigThe phrase "a direct attack" is correct and usable in written English.
It can be used to describe an unambiguous or straightforward assault, whether physical, verbal, or metaphorical.
Example: "The politician faced criticism for his decision to launch a direct attack on his opponent's character during the debate."
Alternatives: "an outright assault" or "a frontal assault".
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"This was a direct attack," Mr. Domene said.
But the bet isn't a direct attack.
"It's a direct attack on us".
The scheme was a direct attack on American democracy.
This isn't meant to be a direct attack on Asda.
It was a direct attack on President Obama, they say.
A direct attack on the problem is urgently needed.
The danger of a direct attack by Russia is remote.
Nearly half Navarro's report is a direct attack on Zandi.
Intuitively, the best defense would seem to be a direct attack on the rampantly dividing cells.
"These cuts are a direct attack on social mobility and a direct attack on the life chances of working class kids," said Lammy.
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