idiom
the best defense is a good offense
the BEST deh-FENS iz a GUD OH-fens
ðə bɛst dɪˈfɛns ɪz ə ɡʊd ˈɒfɛnsListen
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Syllable breakdown
thebestdefenseisagoodoffense
Dictionary meaning
attacking first prevents the opponent from attacking you; being proactive and aggressive is more effective than waiting and defending
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