dunkirk (Meaning)
dunkirk (n)
a crisis in which a desperate effort is the only alternative to defeat
a seaport in northern France on the North Sea; scene of the evacuation of British forces in 1940 during World War II
an amphibious evacuation in World War II (1940) when 330,000 Allied troops had to be evacuated from the beaches in northern France in a desperate retreat under enemy fire
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- The evacuation from Dunkirk in 1940 was a pivotal moment in World War II.
- The Dunkirk Spirit became a symbol of British resilience and determination.
- Soldiers and civilians alike fought valiantly to secure their escape at Dunkirk.
- Winston Churchill famously referred to Dunkirk as a "miracle of deliverance."
- The Royal Navy played a crucial role in the Dunkirk evacuation, despite suffering heavy losses.
- The little ships of Dunkirk transported over 338,000 men to safety.
- The Dunkirk experience remains a powerful reminder of the importance of courage and sacrifice.
- Christopher Nolan's 2017 film "Dunkirk" won an Oscar for Best Film Editing.
- The Dunkirk memorial commemorates the thousands of lives lost during the evacuation.
- The Dunkirk retreat ultimately preserved the British Army for future battles.
FAQs About the word dunkirk
a crisis in which a desperate effort is the only alternative to defeat, a seaport in northern France on the North Sea; scene of the evacuation of British forces
crossroad(s),crisis, situation, flash point, extremity, crunch time,head, climax, emergency, clutch
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The evacuation from Dunkirk in 1940 was a pivotal moment in World War II.
The Dunkirk Spirit became a symbol of British resilience and determination.
Soldiers and civilians alike fought valiantly to secure their escape at Dunkirk.
Winston Churchill famously referred to Dunkirk as a "miracle of deliverance."
