in battle

phrase

: while fighting in a war
the brave warriors who died/fell in battle

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When the band competed for a spot at Louder than Life 2026, it was eliminated in battle by two votes, Abyss said. — Camila Pedrosa, Sacbee.com, 28 Sep. 2026 After [World War I], there were international treaties placing limits on the use of chemical warfare in battle. — Laina Gustafson, Christian Science Monitor, 17 Sep. 2026 Figuratively speaking, by this point, this class has been bloodied in battle and have gotten to know each other. — Guy Martin, Forbes.com, 29 Aug. 2026 Zero Company relishes the quiet moments where your characters get to bond, translating those bonds directly into gameplay enhancements and skills in battle. — Hayes Madsen, Space.com, 26 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for in battle

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“In battle.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/in%20battle. Accessed 5 Oct. 2026.

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