dawn raid

1. An early-morning visit by police or law enforcement with the intention of taking the suspects by surprise.

2. A sudden rapid acquisition of a company's shares when the stock exchange opens, in preparation for a hostile takeover.

1. A pre-dawn raid has netted a large stash of illegal steroids and several bags of cash.

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