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battle
noun(bat-tle)
an energetic attempt to achieve something
Synonyms: struggle,
Examples:
He fought a battle for recognition.
battle
noun(bat-tle)
an open clash between two opposing groups (or individuals)
Synonyms: conflict, struggle,
Examples:
Police tried to control the battle between the pro- and anti-abortion mobs.
battle
noun(bat-tle)
a hostile meeting of opposing military forces in the course of a war
Synonyms: conflict, engagement, fight,
Examples:
Grant won a decisive victory in the battle of Chickamauga.
battle
verb(bat-tle)
battle or contend against in or as if in a battle
Synonyms: combat,
Examples:
They battled over the budget.

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