as in to invade
to enter for conquest or plunder
Vikings foraying into the village
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As Kayce's son Tate (Breckin Merrill) and Rainwater hid in the cabin, Mo Brings Plenty and Kayce were both on the defense as the ranch was invaded.—
Julia Moore,
PEOPLE,
25 May 2026 -
Russia invaded Ukraine more than four years ago, unleashing Europe’s largest conflict since World War II.—
Rebecca Johnson,
Chicago Tribune,
24 May 2026
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This represents one major leap in the direction of authoritarianism — the president directly raiding the public coffers to enrich cronies, not just via his corrupt business dealings and pseudo-bribes from foreign governments, but straight up getting checks from the public treasury.—
The Orlando Sentinel,
The Orlando Sentinel,
23 May 2026
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According to a new report out of Switzerland, four-time Formula 1 champion Alain Prost has been injured after his home was raided by a group of masked men.—
Matt Reigle OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
23 May 2026
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Meanwhile, supporters insist their goal is not to attack a student, but to defend women’s sports.—
Alejandro Avila OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
15 May 2026
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Both sides accuse the other of intentionally attacking civilian targets.—
David Brennan,
ABC News,
14 May 2026
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“Foray (into).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/foray%20%28into%29. Accessed 27 May. 2026.
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