> take aggressive action against (a place or enemy forces) with weapons or armed force, typically in a battle or war.
>(of a person or animal) act against (someone or something) aggressively in an attempt to injure or kill.
>(of a disease, chemical substance, or insect) act harmfully on.
>criticize or oppose fiercely and publicly.
>begin to deal with (a problem or task) in a determined and vigorous way.
>make an aggressive or forceful attempt to score a goal or point, or gain or exploit an advantage in a game against an opposing team or player.
>an aggressive and violent action against a person or place.
>to set upon or work against forcefully
>to assail with unfriendly or bitter words
>a belligerent or antagonistic action
I'm unable to find a definition of "attack" that fits your use.