Word of the day

salvo

1. a sudden, vigorous, or aggressive act or series of acts

“the pardons provoked a salvo of accusations”

2. a simultaneous discharge of artillery or other guns in a battle

“a deafening salvo of shots rang out”

noun

/ˈsælˌvoʊ/

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salvo

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"His sudden salvo of criticism left her feeling _____, unsure of how to respond to the unexpected feedback."

Select three words related to salvo

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  • assault
  • offensive
  • truce
  • safe
  • barrage

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