invade

US /ɪnˈveɪd/
UK /ɪnˈveɪd/
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1.

to enter a country or region with armed forces with the intention of occupying or conquering it

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The army prepared to invade the neighboring territory.
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Historically, many empires sought to invade and control new lands.
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occupyconquerattackassaultraid
2.

to intrude on or spread throughout (a place or area) in a way that is unwelcome or causes damage

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The weeds began to invade the garden.
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Reporters often invade the privacy of celebrities.
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intrudeencroachinfringeoverrunpermeate
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invader