Attack and Sic

Attack

Attack verb - To take sudden, violent action against.
Usage example: our dog unexpectedly attacked the mailman, sinking his teeth into the startled man's leg

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

Sic

Sic verb - To take sudden, violent action against.
Usage example: commanded the pit bull to “sic 'em”

Attack and sic are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Attack" instead a verb "Sic".

Mutual synonyms

Both words in one sentence

  • Sic 'Em: Your squad is ordered to attack a particular enemy, go to a location, or interact with an object; "Attack" or "Target".
  • Video Game / Shinobi Attack Animal: Both Shadow Dancer games allow you to sic a white dog at enemies that would be very difficult to handle without the dog's help.
  • Rocket Punch A stronger attack, named "Uzzi [sic] Punch", had him do this multiple times in rapid succession.
    Source: Rocket Punch
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