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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
The organization, whose core mission is combating political extremism, argues fiscal crises historically create the conditions for radical political actors to gain traction.
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Nick Lichtenberg, Fortune, 28 Apr. 2026
As part of the settlement, Purdue itself would cease to exist and be replaced by a new company, Knoa Pharma, with a board appointed by the states and an aim of combating the opioid crisis.
—Geoff Mulvihill, Chicago Tribune, 28 Apr. 2026
As part of the settlement, Purdue itself would cease to exist and be replaced by a new company, Knoa Pharma, with a board appointed by the states and an aim of combating the opioid crisis.
—ABC News, 27 Apr. 2026
Following military coups, the juntas in Mali, Niger and Burkina Faso turned from Western allies to Russia for help combating Islamic militants.
—Wilson McMakin, Los Angeles Times, 26 Apr. 2026
Following military coups, the juntas in the three countries have turned from Western allies to Russia for help in combating Islamic militants.
—CBS News, 25 Apr. 2026
Since Vision Zero launched in 2014, New York City has led the nation in combating traffic violence by deploying world-class street design, greater public education, and expanded enforcement efforts.
—Mike Flynn, New York Daily News, 25 Apr. 2026
Among the most controversial recent amendments to German cultural policy came in 2024, when German parliament approved a declaration aimed at combating antisemitism.
—Tessa Solomon, ARTnews.com, 16 Apr. 2026
On foreign policy, polls show that the biggest priority for Latinos is combatting drug trafficking and organized crime.
—Andres Oppenheimer, Miami Herald, 16 Apr. 2026
Nick Lichtenberg, Fortune, 28 Apr. 2026
As part of the settlement, Purdue itself would cease to exist and be replaced by a new company, Knoa Pharma, with a board appointed by the states and an aim of combating the opioid crisis.
—Geoff Mulvihill, Chicago Tribune, 28 Apr. 2026
As part of the settlement, Purdue itself would cease to exist and be replaced by a new company, Knoa Pharma, with a board appointed by the states and an aim of combating the opioid crisis.
—ABC News, 27 Apr. 2026
Following military coups, the juntas in Mali, Niger and Burkina Faso turned from Western allies to Russia for help combating Islamic militants.
—Wilson McMakin, Los Angeles Times, 26 Apr. 2026
Following military coups, the juntas in the three countries have turned from Western allies to Russia for help in combating Islamic militants.
—CBS News, 25 Apr. 2026
Since Vision Zero launched in 2014, New York City has led the nation in combating traffic violence by deploying world-class street design, greater public education, and expanded enforcement efforts.
—Mike Flynn, New York Daily News, 25 Apr. 2026
Among the most controversial recent amendments to German cultural policy came in 2024, when German parliament approved a declaration aimed at combating antisemitism.
—Tessa Solomon, ARTnews.com, 16 Apr. 2026
On foreign policy, polls show that the biggest priority for Latinos is combatting drug trafficking and organized crime.
—Andres Oppenheimer, Miami Herald, 16 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for combating
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After fighting valiantly to ward off injury, the horse was euthanized in 2007, his courageous battle forever remembered at Churchill Downs, where his statue stands outside of Gate 1.—
Dana O’Neil,
CNN Money,
9 May 2026
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Moscow's troops have been fighting in Ukraine for well over four years - longer than the Soviet involvement, from 1941-45, in what Russians refer to as the Great Patriotic War.—
Guy Faulconbridge,
USA Today,
9 May 2026
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The two countries have backed opposing forces in Yemen and are competing economically.—
Camila Domonoske,
NPR,
28 Apr. 2026
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The legislation passed with broad bipartisan support in the Senate, but some Republicans rejected the bill, opposing earmarking millions more to maintain the fortified Capitol and equip it with the staff necessary to keep the screenings going.—
Caroline Cummings,
CBS News,
28 Apr. 2026
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Video from the scene shows firefighters battling large flames and heavy smoke.—
Elyssa Kaufman,
CBS News,
9 May 2026
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Grant and Oklahoma freshman Kendall Wells have hit homers at a blistering pace and are battling to close the season with the NCAA home run title.—
Sports Editor,
Los Angeles Times,
9 May 2026
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European manufacturers produce varying missile interceptors - but not at scale and especially not those capable of countering ballistic and advanced cruise missiles.—
Tim Lister,
CNN Money,
3 May 2026
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The sideline during games is a balance of whimsical and serious, countering jokes and laughs with talks of how to limit opponents.—
PJ Green
April 30,
Kansas City Star,
30 Apr. 2026
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“Combating.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/combating. Accessed 10 May. 2026.
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