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1
as in fighting
to oppose (someone) in physical conflict
a general eager to combat the enemy on his own ground
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2
as in opposing
to strive to reduce or eliminate
must marshal all of our resources to combat this disease
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Recent Examples of combating
Maintaining fitness through practices like cardiovascular exercise, strength training, and adequate sleep is crucial for combating decision fatigue, managing stress, and sustaining peak performance over a long career.
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Julian Hayes Ii,
Forbes.com,
24 June 2026
On its extensive resume are tasks like soothing angry, overheated skin; combatting signs of photoaging courtesy of vitamin C; and preventing moisture loss by way of squalane (an emollient that permeates skin with hydration after salty water or unexpected beach breezes dry it out).
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Stacia Datskovska,
Footwear News,
23 June 2026
Los Angeles Fire Department Chief Jaime Moore said fire crews made significant progress in combating the blaze.
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Seema Mehta,
Los Angeles Times,
21 June 2026
MoodPatch Perk Up Eye Gels deliver an instant energy boost to the delicate eye area with a powerful awakening complex of botanical ingredients, combating puffiness, dark circles and fatigue in just 10 minutes.
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ABC News,
20 June 2026
In 120 days, Serano will be tasked with helping to submit a report updating the DOJ's strategy for combatting child exploitation and human trafficking.
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Sarah N. Lynch,
CBS News,
17 June 2026
But combating ghost guns is a constant, shifting battle.
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Jack Crosbie,
Rolling Stone,
17 June 2026
Over the past 50 years, summits have led to promotion of free trade, cooperation in combating infectious diseases and a concerted, effective counter to authoritarianism around the world.
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The Editorial Board,
Chicago Tribune,
16 June 2026
At a March hearing on combating scams, senior officials from the FBI and the FTC gently sparred over whose agency was the best place to report scams.
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Jared Perlo,
NBC news,
15 June 2026
Julian Hayes Ii,
Forbes.com,
24 June 2026
On its extensive resume are tasks like soothing angry, overheated skin; combatting signs of photoaging courtesy of vitamin C; and preventing moisture loss by way of squalane (an emollient that permeates skin with hydration after salty water or unexpected beach breezes dry it out).
—
Stacia Datskovska,
Footwear News,
23 June 2026
Los Angeles Fire Department Chief Jaime Moore said fire crews made significant progress in combating the blaze.
—
Seema Mehta,
Los Angeles Times,
21 June 2026
MoodPatch Perk Up Eye Gels deliver an instant energy boost to the delicate eye area with a powerful awakening complex of botanical ingredients, combating puffiness, dark circles and fatigue in just 10 minutes.
—
ABC News,
20 June 2026
In 120 days, Serano will be tasked with helping to submit a report updating the DOJ's strategy for combatting child exploitation and human trafficking.
—
Sarah N. Lynch,
CBS News,
17 June 2026
But combating ghost guns is a constant, shifting battle.
—
Jack Crosbie,
Rolling Stone,
17 June 2026
Over the past 50 years, summits have led to promotion of free trade, cooperation in combating infectious diseases and a concerted, effective counter to authoritarianism around the world.
—
The Editorial Board,
Chicago Tribune,
16 June 2026
At a March hearing on combating scams, senior officials from the FBI and the FTC gently sparred over whose agency was the best place to report scams.
—
Jared Perlo,
NBC news,
15 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for combating
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Trump has shattered diplomatic norms with explicit endorsements, fueling accusations from Mexico and Colombia that Washington is attempting to tilt foreign elections under the guise of fighting drugs.
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Utah has spent the past year fighting measles outbreaks — a grim milestone that could affect whether the United States can keep its measles-free designation.
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Widely hailed as the GOAT by former record-holder Klose, opposing coaches, and his teammates, Messi continues to perform at an elite level, adapting his game with superior soccer IQ.
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This makes the shows exempt from the equal-time rule, which requires equal opportunities for opposing political candidates on non-news programming.
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The declaration activates additional city resources and seeks state support as firefighters continue battling flare-ups and lingering smoke from the blaze.
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And this is especially important considering his grandfather, King Charles, has been battling cancer for a few years, and preparations for his father to take the throne sooner or later are already in place.
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The plan focuses on countering drones and improving border security.
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So much of Washington’s current industrial strategy aimed at countering China is backward looking.
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“Combating.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/combating. Accessed 26 Jun. 2026.
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