Siege
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Warfare Term
Used to describe strategic military encirclements in historical or current events. The documentary highlighted the siege of Leningrad during World War II.
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Intensity
Indicates a scenario with a high level of intensity and struggle. Fierce resistance prolonged the siege beyond what was expected.
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Not Literal
Can be used metaphorically for situations that feel like being trapped or surrounded. The media's relentless questions felt like a siege to the politician.