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Synonyms

fighting

American  
[fahy-ting] / ˈfaɪ tɪŋ /

adjective

  1. fit to fight.

    a boxer who's no longer in fighting shape.

  2. tending or meant to stir up a fight or hostility.

    fighting words.

Other Word Forms

  • unfighting adjective

Etymology

Origin of fighting

First recorded in 1300–50; Middle English; fight + -ing 2

Example Sentences

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"With the two countries fighting this tariff war, it's a lose-lose situation for everyone, it's not a win-win scenario," Guo told AFP.

From Barron's • Apr. 23, 2026

The previous fighting between Israel and Hezbollah shattered the windows and left cracks in the walls, which the couple spent months repairing.

From BBC • Apr. 23, 2026

The article argues that Becerra, who has shown combative skill in previous roles, inexplicably held back at the debate rather than showcasing his genuine fighting spirit.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 23, 2026

He is fighting an uphill battle for his party—and fighting it alone.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 22, 2026

One minute we were fighting monkeys all over the place, and the next minute there wasn’t a monkey in sight.

From "Summer of the Monkeys" by Wilson Rawls

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