turf war
Britishnoun
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a dispute between criminals or gangs over the right to operate within a particular area
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any dispute in which one party seeks to obtain increased rights or influence
Example Sentences
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Whatever the cause, the turf war churned up inside information about Pulte and his grandson.
From Salon ● Jun. 9, 2026
American turf war for gates at Chicago’s O’Hare Airport and hit Kirby’s airline with deeper cuts.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Apr. 25, 2026
The turf war over real estate listings could get a big new entrant.
From Barron's ● Dec. 15, 2025
Is a colossal turf war in the cards?
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 20, 2025
It was most likely the chickens and the goats getting into a turf war again.
From Anya and the Dragon by Sofiya Pasternack
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