collocations - war and conflict

cause damage or harm to the enemy. ex: the airstrike was successful and inflicted heavy losses on the enemy forces.

successfully penetrate or overcome an enemy's defensive line. ex: The army managed to make a breakthrough in the war by capturing the enemy's main supply route

a situation in which nothing can change or no action can be taken, ex: the surprise attack helped the troops break the stalemate that had lasted for months.

the act of using force to oppose somebody/something. example: the villagers put up strong resistance against the invading forces

a person who is hurt or killed during an accident, war or etc. ex: both sides suffered heavy casualties during the fierce battle.

to cause especially soldiers to be in a particular place to do a job. example: the commander decided to station troops along the border to reinforce security