Take by direct attack (5)

I believe the answer is:

storm

(Other definitions for storm that I've seen before include "SECOND PART OF 1 DOWN" , "Violent outburst" , "Squall" , "Violent weather condition" , "Sudden attack" .)

I've seen this clue in The Times.

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