Example Sentences

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While China and the United States have tussled for influence across the globe, Lula has argued for balanced and friendly relations with both countries.

From Reuters • Aug. 31, 2023

For more than two years London's mayor and the transport secretary have tussled over money - and it hasn't been pretty.

From BBC • Aug. 30, 2022

A predatory bird may have tussled with them mid-air and drove them towards the ground, forcing the ones flying closer to the ground to crash into it.

From Salon • Feb. 17, 2022

Mr. Abbott and Mr. Patrick have tussled occasionally in recent years over how far to the right to take Texas.

From New York Times • Jul. 17, 2021

For the last year, Bass’ lawyers have tussled with the state in court, arguing the DNA match to Stavik was the result of an illegal search.

From Seattle Times • Dec. 18, 2018