flank attack
military operation
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A flank attack is a military maneuver where forces attack the side, or flank, of an enemy formation. This strategy aims to bypass the enemy's front defenses and strike a vulnerable area, potentially causing disarray and collapse. Protecting one's own flanks is crucial to prevent similar attacks. The term "flank" itself refers to the side of an animal or a formation.123
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