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1
as in competing
to engage in a contest
the two teams, which have long been archrivals, will battle on the court for the state championship
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as in facing
to enter into contest or conflict with
the two top-seeded tennis players battled each other for almost three hours
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as in combating
to oppose (someone) in physical conflict
the two armies battled each other for control of the bridge
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as in opposing
to strive to reduce or eliminate
we must battle hunger and poverty wherever they exist
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Recent Examples of battling
Richard Ramos, CBS News, 6 June 2026
Fuel costs remain a concern, but Hutchinson said Bath & Body Works is battling it successfully as margins remain stable.
—Michael Bloom, CNBC, 6 June 2026
In video posted from Kathmandu on Wednesday, Thrall said that the Polish climber was battling frostbite and had descended with the Sherpa guide Thrall was climbing with, leaving Hillary Dawa and him to descend together.
—Helen Regan, CNN Money, 5 June 2026
Having quick morning cleaning rituals instead of battling clutter can boost mood, productivity, and a sense of control.
—Elizabeth Fogarty, Better Homes & Gardens, 5 June 2026
Peter Frampton has opened up about battling inclusion body myositis and how it's affected his career.
—Leigh Blickley, Entertainment Weekly, 5 June 2026
Resistance to protocols during public health emergencies is common in Congo, which is battling its 17th Ebola outbreak since the virus was first identified there in 1976.
—Ope Adetayo, Chicago Tribune, 5 June 2026
In the months since Two Roads filed the suit, the Biscayne 21 residents and the developer been battling in court over whether the developer is on the hook for the repair bill.
—Catherine Odom, Miami Herald, 4 June 2026
Race-car drivers compete against opponents while simultaneously battling physics, speed, exhaustion and the possibility of catastrophe.
—Mike Bianchi, The Orlando Sentinel, 29 May 2026
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Hilton is now battling for the second spot on the November ballot, with billionaire environmentalist Tom Steyer, a Democrat, in third place.
—Richard Ramos, CBS News, 6 June 2026
Fuel costs remain a concern, but Hutchinson said Bath & Body Works is battling it successfully as margins remain stable.
—Michael Bloom, CNBC, 6 June 2026
In video posted from Kathmandu on Wednesday, Thrall said that the Polish climber was battling frostbite and had descended with the Sherpa guide Thrall was climbing with, leaving Hillary Dawa and him to descend together.
—Helen Regan, CNN Money, 5 June 2026
Having quick morning cleaning rituals instead of battling clutter can boost mood, productivity, and a sense of control.
—Elizabeth Fogarty, Better Homes & Gardens, 5 June 2026
Peter Frampton has opened up about battling inclusion body myositis and how it's affected his career.
—Leigh Blickley, Entertainment Weekly, 5 June 2026
Resistance to protocols during public health emergencies is common in Congo, which is battling its 17th Ebola outbreak since the virus was first identified there in 1976.
—Ope Adetayo, Chicago Tribune, 5 June 2026
In the months since Two Roads filed the suit, the Biscayne 21 residents and the developer been battling in court over whether the developer is on the hook for the repair bill.
—Catherine Odom, Miami Herald, 4 June 2026
Race-car drivers compete against opponents while simultaneously battling physics, speed, exhaustion and the possibility of catastrophe.
—Mike Bianchi, The Orlando Sentinel, 29 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for battling
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After having two children and settling into post-fighting life on her farm in Riverside, Rousey seriously began to consider an MMA return last year.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
17 May 2026
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Speaking ahead of the fourth anniversary of Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine, Johnson told the BBC that the troops should be sent to peaceful regions in non-fighting roles.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
21 Feb. 2026
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Now, though, NIL offers teams like Indiana and Texas Tech a quick path to competing at a national level.—
Ian Miller OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
4 June 2026
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As part of our Language of Soccer World Cup series, The Athletic is speaking to supporters of all 48 nations competing at the 2026 edition to capture their unique football culture, distilled into a single phrase.—
Paul Tenorio,
New York Times,
3 June 2026
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Other challenges to the fund The DOJ is facing a plethora of other legal and political challenges to the fund.—
Aysha Bagchi,
USA Today,
5 June 2026
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Worse yet, the region is already facing a water crisis, a dire environmental predicament that could be made far worse by the development.—
Victor Tangermann,
Futurism,
4 June 2026
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While law enforcement officials said they were unified in their approach to combating crime during the 2026 FIFA World Cup that begins this month in Los Angeles, one topic jumped out as a security concern — drones.—
Nathaniel Percy,
Daily News,
1 June 2026
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Besides combating fungal issues and warding off pests, milk can enhance soil health by introducing calcium, proteins, and natural sugars that feed beneficial microbes.—
SJ McShane,
Martha Stewart,
31 May 2026
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If the goal kick is not taken before the end of that countdown, a corner kick will be awarded to the opposing team.—
Tim Reynolds,
Chicago Tribune,
2 June 2026
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To date, more than 5,500 filmmakers, actors and other Hollywood professionals have signed an open letter opposing the deal.—
Todd Spangler,
Variety,
2 June 2026
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Cast members from Taylor Sheridan’s Landman and The Madison crossed paths at Paramount+’s All Trails Lead Here event celebrating the two award-contending television shows that take place in Sheridan’s broader western universe that kicked off with Yellowstone.—
Dessi Gomez,
Deadline,
4 June 2026
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Crosby, a deputy city attorney endorsed by the county Democratic Party, had sent mailers contending Bailey’s promises to reduce city spending would slash funding for parks, libraries and homeless shelters.—
David Garrick,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
3 June 2026
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Google Pixel 10 Pro owners are encountering a significant hurdle when trying to access Google's advanced AI features.—
Paul Monckton,
Forbes.com,
31 May 2026
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The best safety measure when encountering bees near nests is to leave the area and create distance to avoid being stung by female carpenter bees.—
Michelle Mastro,
Martha Stewart,
30 May 2026
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Less than two weeks later, Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Saar visited Baku, meeting with the Azerbaijani president and other top officials.—
Tal Shalev,
CNN Money,
5 June 2026
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The two were meeting as part of a vape pen purchase that later turned into a robbery attempt, according to the report.—
Maveah Griffith,
Charlotte Observer,
4 June 2026
Cite this Entry
“Battling.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/battling. Accessed 7 Jun. 2026.
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