Example Sentences

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Her client felt she had already given up enough in her marriage and divorce, and was fighting for the lamp on principle.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 20, 2026

It turns out the “Buffy” reboot was fighting its own metaphorical monster: an executive who was outspoken about his lack of love for the original series.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 17, 2026

In 2001, fictional character Jack Bauer in the Fox series “24” was fighting against time.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 16, 2026

He said he was fighting for the "millions of people held back because of a system that doesn't work for them", adding: "I will never give up on that fight."

From BBC • Feb. 12, 2026

Malfoy looked as though he was fighting down the urge to shout, or to vomit.

From "Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince" by J.K. Rowling