battle cry
Americannoun
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a cry or shout of troops in battle.
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the phrase or slogan used in any contest or campaign.
noun
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a shout uttered by soldiers going into battle
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a slogan used to rally the supporters of a campaign, movement, etc
Etymology
Origin of battle cry
First recorded in 1805–15
Example Sentences
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Sealed with a kiss and delivered with a snarl, the band closed its rip-roaring set with the anthemic battle cry of “Rebel Girl,” and were flanked onstage by a few lucky young fans.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 30, 2026
"You have no idea the fire that you have ignited within this wife, the cries of this widow will echo around the world like a battle cry," she said.
From BBC ● Sep. 13, 2025
The first line of “Hard Headed Woman,” the new record from Margo Price, begins with a battle cry.
From Salon ● Sep. 2, 2025
“Splitsville” lands at a moment when every comedy released to theaters feels like a battle cry, an attempt to defend audiences’ rights to have a good time at the movies.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 22, 2025
The name of the award has become a battle cry.
From "Shine!" by J.J. and Chris Grabenstein
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