battle
noun
a hostile encounter or engagement between opposing military forces.
battles
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pluralof battle.plural
The grammatical form denoting more than one person, place, thing, or idea.
Example Sentences
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Certain people have their own little fiefdoms or specific knowledge of how government bureaucracy works, which gives them a leg up in internecine battles.
From Salon ● Sep. 20, 2026
Tottenham also added 10 players for more than £300m but goodwill is in short supply after two years of relegation battles.
From BBC ● Sep. 19, 2026
The story of one of the most hard-fought battles in World War II-era China was suppressed for years afterward by Communist authorities.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 18, 2026
Indonesia regularly battles wildfires during the dry season, which typically runs from July to October.
From Barron's ● Sep. 17, 2026
The history we learn is often about dates, battles, famous speeches, and court decisions.
From "In the Shadow of Liberty" by Kenneth C. Davis
