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Sorties

Verb / ˈsɔ:rti:z / Another word for sorties — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Sorties (noun): A sudden attack or military action, typically made by aircraft against an enemy target.

Synonyms & similar words

sally sortie raids attacks offensives strikes assaults forays incursions onslaughts bombardments blitzes incursions raids invasions sallies onslaughts thrusts onslaughts onslaughts onslaughts onslaughts

Example sentences

  1. The military planned several sorties to weaken the enemys defenses.
  2. The fighter pilots successfully completed their sorties and returned to base.
  3. During World War II, thousands of sorties were carried out by Allied forces.
  4. The helicopters launched sorties to rescue stranded hikers in the mountains.
  5. The enemy base was heavily damaged after a series of intense sorties.

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