English / proverb
Attack Is the Best Form of Defense
MEANING IN ENGLISH
Seizing the initiative through aggressive action guarantees better security than passive waiting (American variant)
In context
01
In competitive sports, seizing early possession shows that attack is the best form of defense.
02
The startup responded to predatory lawsuits aggressively, realizing attack is the best form of defense.
Synonyms
best defense is a good offense,taking the offensive,preemptive initiative
Antonyms
passive containment,defensive timidity,standing back
Collocations
show that attack is the best,believe attack is the best,adopt attack is the best