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What is the opposite of backing off?

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Opposite of present participle for to retreat, especially from a confronting situation
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Opposite of present participle for to attack, especially by advancing suddenly and quickly
“When the King saw his men dropping like flies during the assault on the fort, he commanded them to retreat.”
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Opposite of present participle for to rush forward, especially suddenly and with speed
“Considering the dangers, I slowly retreat out of the dark cavern and look for another spot to settle for the night.”
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Opposite of present participle for to confront or come up against
“Wilder threw some wild accusations that his opponent was trying to shirk the fight.”
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Opposite of present participle for to advance or to proceed forward
“We had to retreat due to the stormy weather.”
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Opposite of present participle for to draw near a specified destination
“The Vikings would retreat after being confronted with an unexpectedly fierce army of angry villagers.”
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Opposite of present participle for to be involved in
“As I am stretched for time, I will need to disengage myself from any additional activities or responsibilities.”
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Opposite of present participle for to physically attack ferociously and wound
“Our rabbit is a timid creature that tends to retreat when it feels threatened.”
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Opposite of present participle for to move in a specified direction
“Fears that young members of the community are being forced to retreat from the town have prompted civic leaders to investigate the issue.”
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