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

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go on the offensive

US /ɡoʊ ɑn ðɪ əˈfensɪv/
UK /ɡoʊ ɑn ðɪ əˈfensɪv/
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Phrase

1.

to start to attack or to act in a way that shows you are ready to attack

Example:
After a period of defense, the team decided to go on the offensive.
The politician decided to go on the offensive against his opponent's claims.
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