attrition warfare
Pronunciation
Noun
B2 Upper-intermediate
Quick answer
A military strategy that aims to wear down an enemy gradually through continuous losses rather than winning quickly.
Test yourself
Which word fits the gap? "Both sides settled into _____, with neither able to break through the other's lines for years."
Answer: attrition warfare
In your own words, what does "attrition warfare" mean?
A military strategy that aims to wear down an enemy gradually through continuous losses rather than winning quickly.
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