be on the offensive
US /bi ɑn ðə əˈfɛn.sɪv/
UK /bi ɑn ðə əˈfɛn.sɪv/
1.
to be in a position of attacking or making aggressive moves rather than defending
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The team decided to be on the offensive from the start of the game.
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In the debate, she chose to be on the offensive, challenging her opponent's arguments.