Word of the Day — May 18, 2026

One Word Monday

barrage

/buh-RAHZH/noun

Definition

a heavy, relentless flood of attacks, questions, or fire

A barrage is a concentrated, overwhelming burst of force or attention — whether that means artillery, criticism, headlines, or questions coming all at once.

In Context

As the world watches the latest barrage of strikes, statements, and warnings, the word feels less like a metaphor than a headline.