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take by storm

To capture by means of a sudden, overwhelming attack.
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The soldiers took the castle by storm.

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Submitted on July 07, 2010

Additional definitions for 'take by storm':

take by stormTo seize, overpower, or captivate in a sudden and forceful manner.
take by stormTo rapidly gain great popularity in (a place).
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