swordplay
Americannoun
noun
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the action or art of fighting with a sword
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verbal sparring
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Origin of swordplay
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That segment is far outnumbered by people who may fit the contemporary definition of philistines, non-religious viewers who are only in it for the pulse-pounding swordplay and palace intrigue.
From Salon ● Mar. 29, 2026
After moving to the US she inspired a new generation of directors from East Asia to Hollywood to make female-driven swordplay films.
From BBC ● Jul. 19, 2024
First dates on the grassy hill, jogging through the park and on to Fremont, listening to drum circles on a warm summer evening, grinning at the medieval knights and their swordplay tournaments.
From Seattle Times ● Oct. 1, 2023
Romance, comedy, intrigue, fascinating period work and a little bit of swordplay.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 15, 2023
Dorian, while he still enjoyed swordplay, had grown to prefer books.
From "Throne of Glass" by Sarah J. Maas
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