What is another word for precursor strike?
Pronunciation: [pɹɪkˈɜːsə stɹˈa͡ɪk] (IPA) 
A precursor strike is an attack that is launched to weaken or neutralize an opposition before they can retaliate. Other expressions that are often used to describe the concept of a precursor strike include preemptive strike, first strike, or a surprise attack. These attacks have been employed throughout history as a military tactic, representing an attempt to gain a strategic advantage over an opponent. Other terms that are used in a similar context include sneak attack, opening move, and opening salvo. Regardless of the terminology used, the objective of this type of attack is to gain the upper hand in a confrontation and potentially avoid a larger conflict.
