raid

[reɪd]

raid Definition

  • 1a sudden attack on an enemy by troops, aircraft, or other armed forces
  • 2a surprise visit by police to arrest suspected people or seize illicit goods
  • 3an attempt to steal or take something

Using raid: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "raid" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The army launched a raid on the enemy's base.

  • Example

    The police conducted a raid on the drug dealer's house.

  • Example

    The burglars made a raid on the jewelry store.

raid Synonyms and Antonyms

Idioms Using raid

  • to search for something with the intention of taking it

    Example

    The kids went on a raid for candy in the kitchen.

  • to accompany someone on a mission or task as a protector or lookout

    Example

    The detective rode shotgun on the raid to catch the criminal.

  • a large quantity of something obtained or acquired at once

    Example

    She went on a shopping raid and bought ten pairs of shoes.

Phrases with raid

  • a surprise attack or search carried out early in the morning

    Example

    The police conducted a dawn raid on the suspect's house.

  • a robbery in which a store window is smashed and goods are quickly taken

    Example

    The thieves made a smash and grab raid on the electronics store.

  • a group of people who make a sudden attack on a place

    Example

    The Vikings sent a raiding party to attack the coastal village.

Origins of raid

from Old English 'rād', meaning 'a ride'

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Summary: raid in Brief

The term 'raid' [reɪd] refers to a sudden attack by armed forces, a surprise visit by police, or an attempt to steal or take something. It can be used in phrases like 'dawn raid,' 'smash and grab raid,' and 'raiding party.' Idioms include 'go on a raid,' 'ride shotgun on a raid,' and 'a raid of something.'

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