air raid
Plural
air raids
1
an attack by aircraft, typically involving the dropping of bombs, on a location or a series of locations
- The air raid sirens wailed as citizens rushed to seek shelter during the bombing.
- The city endured a series of air raids that targeted key industrial and strategic locations.
- The blackout curtains were drawn to minimize visibility during the nightly air raids.
- Residents were instructed to follow air raid protocols and take cover in designated shelters.
- The military base implemented air raid drills to ensure preparedness for potential attacks.
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