noun
a physical attack on someone
adjective
pertaining to a usual or typical assault that is not aggravated or serious in nature
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The defendant was charged with common assault after allegedly physically attacking the victim.
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He got into a fight at the bar and ended up with a common assault charge.
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She's facing a rap for common assault because of that bar brawl.
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His words were like a common assault on her emotions, leaving her feeling hurt and vulnerable.