Attack and Fall to

Attack

Attack verb - To start work on energetically.
Usage example: Courtney attacked the huge mess in her room with determination and enthusiasm

Fall to and attack are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Fall to" instead a verb "Attack".

Fall to

Fall to verb - To take the first step in (a process or course of action).

Attack and fall to are semantically related. You can use "Attack" instead a verb "Fall to".

Both terms in one sentence

  • During the climax Dale throws a box of chamomile tea at Chad, which causes him to have an asthma attack and fall to his apparent death.
    Source: Chekhov's Gag
  • Even if you attack him, he doesn't attack back directly, just scolds you and teleports you into the sky, causing you to fall to your death.
  • You Are Already Dead In Shinobi for the PS2, Hotsuma can attack multiple enemies in a chain, and after the chain attack is completed, they all fall to pieces.
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