Meaning of the word "be on the offensive" in English

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be on the offensive

US /bi ɑn ðə əˈfɛn.sɪv/
UK /bi ɑn ðə əˈfɛn.sɪv/
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Idiom

1.

to be in a position of attacking or making aggressive moves rather than defending

Example:
The team decided to be on the offensive from the start of the game.
In the debate, she chose to be on the offensive, challenging her opponent's arguments.
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