conspiracy -
An agreement between people to work together against someone or something, usually in secret, sometimes against the law.
Some people believe in wild conspiracy theories about world leaders and secret societies.
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blitz -
Attack or damage (a place or building) in a blitz
The soldiers blitzed the enemy before they were able to stop the attack.
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insurrection -
A violent revolt against a government
In October 1917, Lenin led a Bolshevik insurrection that overthrew the Russian government.
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annihilate -
To totally destroy
The atom bomb that was dropped on Hiroshima annihilated the city.
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massacre -
An act of killing a lot of people
The army investigated what seemed like a massacre of innocent villagers
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loot -
Goods, especially private property, taken from an enemy in war
After slaying the evil king, Arthur and Galahad discovered his treasure room filled to the brim with loot.
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brutality -
Actions that are extreme violent and deliberately cruel
The brutality of slavery is not only horrible for the slaves, but has a terrible effect on society and everyone involved.
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warrior -
A brave or experienced soldier or fighter.
The Mongol army conquered so much of the world because they have a warrior mentality and a warrior spirit.
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bulwark -
A defensive wall
The soldiers had planned to attack, but the bulwark fortification that the enemy had built around themselves was too high to climb, and there didn't seem to be any way over, around, or through.
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ambush -
A surprise attack by people lying in wait in a concealed position.
The cavalry rode on their horses in the dry mountain area, totally unaware of the ambush that awaited them.
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havoc -
Widespread destruction
The city's inhabitants walked through the destructive havoc caused by the falling bombs.
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blitz -
An intensive or sudden military attack
Troops frequently prepare for various maneuvers such as an overwhelming blitz.
