"attack is the best form of defense" meaning in All languages combined

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Proverb [English]

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  1. Alternative spelling of attack is the best form of defence Tags: US, alt-of, alternative Alternative form of: attack is the best form of defence
    Sense id: en-attack_is_the_best_form_of_defense-en-proverb-xXnPn4Ny Categories (other): English entries with incorrect language header, English proverbs

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