airstrike

[US]/ˈeərstraɪk/
[UK]/ˈɛːrstraɪk/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n.A military attack carried out from the air, typically using aircraft or missiles.
Word Forms

Phrases & Collocations

airstrike target

airstrike damage

conduct an airstrike

airstrike warning

massive airstrike

airstrike mission

airstrike authorization

civilian airstrike casualties

airstrike aftermath

coordinate an airstrike

Example Sentences

the airstrike destroyed several enemy tanks.

an airstrike targeted a suspected terrorist hideout.

the military carried out an airstrike on the rebel positions.

airstrikes are often used in warfare to weaken enemy defenses.

the airstrike caused significant damage to civilian infrastructure.

airstrikes are a controversial military tactic.

the airstrike was carried out with minimal civilian casualties.

intelligence reports led to the decision to launch an airstrike.

the pilot executed a precise airstrike on the enemy target.

airstrikes can be highly effective in targeting specific military objectives.

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