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Discover LudwigThe phrase "a surprise attack" is correct and usable in written English.
It can be used in contexts discussing military strategies, sports, or any situation where an unexpected action occurs.
Example: "The team launched a surprise attack during the final minutes of the game, catching their opponents off guard."
Alternatives: "an unexpected assault" or "a sudden strike."
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When a surprise attack is a bit surprising, your instinct is then to sit down and think about your enemy.
"It was a surprise attack.
The result was a surprise attack.
But "sneak attack" became a "surprise attack".
"The [latest] attack wasn't a surprise attack".
The Japanese tried a surprise attack — but we were ready.
"This was supposed to be a surprise attack.
Assange was running Project B as a surprise attack.
"You might want to call it a surprise attack".
Rebels struck again recently with a surprise attack here.
A surprise attack that initiates a war thus activates the morality by which it is governed.
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