1
as in battles
to oppose (someone) in physical conflict
a proud people who have fiercely fought all invaders of their homeland
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2
as in opposes
to strive to reduce or eliminate
a civil rights leader who dedicated his life to fighting prejudice
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3
as in competes
to engage in a contest
everyone on that street seems to be fighting to see who can create the gaudiest holiday lighting display
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as in bickers
to express different opinions about something often angrily
if you kids continue to fight, I'm turning this car around and we're heading back home!
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as in resists
to refuse to give in to
I tried to fight the temptation to eat another cookie—and lost
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as in skirmishes
a physical dispute between opposing individuals or groups
a troubled youth who got into one fight after another
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2
as in struggles
a forceful effort to reach a goal or objective
the mayoral candidate pledged to lead a successful fight to improve the city's schools
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as in altercations
an often noisy or angry expression of differing opinions
the couple have their share of fights, but they quickly get over them
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Recent Examples of fights
Encyclopedia Britannica,
1 July 2026
What fights an itch depends on its cause and there's a need for better treatments.
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ABC News,
27 June 2026
Borichev is also a competitive goalie who fights to keep pucks out.
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Corey Pronman,
New York Times,
26 June 2026
Kara isn’t the only superhero with a tragic origin story – but unlike, say, that guy who dresses up as a bat and fights crime after the deaths of his mom and dad, Kara hits up a dive bar and plays with her dog to cope.
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Brian Truitt,
USA Today,
25 June 2026
The court fights over training data will run for years, and their outcomes are still uncertain.
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Maureen Kerr,
Forbes.com,
25 June 2026
There’s an emotional pulse to these scenes, as the teenage Kara fights the decision of her parents (David Krumholtz and Emily Beecham) to send her to Earth, just as her uncle sent her cousin Kal-El (David Corenswet) a couple decades earlier.
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David Rooney,
HollywoodReporter,
24 June 2026
The news involving OpenAI, the creator of ChatGPT, comes as Broadcom stock fights to get back on track.
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Zev Fima,
CNBC,
24 June 2026
The East Wing’s demolition and 999-seat ballroom — now projected at $600 million — are fueling legal, ethical and security fights over who pays and what protections are truly needed.
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Lisa Mascaro,
Los Angeles Times,
19 June 2026
Ben Wheeler,
Kansas City Star,
30 June 2026
For five months, sentiment ran consistently negative, dragged down by trade disputes, NATO burden-sharing fights and the general friction between Washington and European capitals.
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Frank Ahrens,
Forbes.com,
30 June 2026
And for all the focus on Washington’s relationship to AI, most of the fights coming for LLMs, data-center operators, application makers, power providers will be at the state and local levels, Tusk said.
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Liz Hoffman,
semafor.com,
30 June 2026
The blueprint promises a 15-billion-pound boost and hundreds of billions in new spending, yet stops short of firm NATO funding targets, fueling fierce fights over money and security.
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Jill Lawless,
Los Angeles Times,
30 June 2026
According to the warrant affidavit, the couple, who married in 2018, had frequent fights.
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Staff Reports,
Hartford Courant,
29 June 2026
Kalshi risks more Illinois fights Illinois seems certain that there are many questions that courts must answer before prediction markets like Kalshi can keep taking sports wagers.
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Ashley Belanger,
ArsTechnica,
29 June 2026
However, some rode electric bikes — causing concerns about traffic safety — and at least two fights involving minors broke out.
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Diamy Wang,
Charlotte Observer,
29 June 2026
The game runs smoothly on PC with solid performance even during the busiest fights.
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Jason Bennett,
Arkansas Online,
28 June 2026
Verb
Agamemnon is the commander of the Greek army that fights the Trojan War for the recovery of Menelaus’s wife, Helen.
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Encyclopedia Britannica,
1 July 2026
What fights an itch depends on its cause and there's a need for better treatments.
—
ABC News,
27 June 2026
Borichev is also a competitive goalie who fights to keep pucks out.
—
Corey Pronman,
New York Times,
26 June 2026
Kara isn’t the only superhero with a tragic origin story – but unlike, say, that guy who dresses up as a bat and fights crime after the deaths of his mom and dad, Kara hits up a dive bar and plays with her dog to cope.
—
Brian Truitt,
USA Today,
25 June 2026
The court fights over training data will run for years, and their outcomes are still uncertain.
—
Maureen Kerr,
Forbes.com,
25 June 2026
There’s an emotional pulse to these scenes, as the teenage Kara fights the decision of her parents (David Krumholtz and Emily Beecham) to send her to Earth, just as her uncle sent her cousin Kal-El (David Corenswet) a couple decades earlier.
—
David Rooney,
HollywoodReporter,
24 June 2026
The news involving OpenAI, the creator of ChatGPT, comes as Broadcom stock fights to get back on track.
—
Zev Fima,
CNBC,
24 June 2026
The East Wing’s demolition and 999-seat ballroom — now projected at $600 million — are fueling legal, ethical and security fights over who pays and what protections are truly needed.
—
Lisa Mascaro,
Los Angeles Times,
19 June 2026
Noun
Skoog said he was honored to receive Sayers’ endorsement, saying mayors are focused on delivering results rather than engaging in political fights.
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Ben Wheeler,
Kansas City Star,
30 June 2026
For five months, sentiment ran consistently negative, dragged down by trade disputes, NATO burden-sharing fights and the general friction between Washington and European capitals.
—
Frank Ahrens,
Forbes.com,
30 June 2026
And for all the focus on Washington’s relationship to AI, most of the fights coming for LLMs, data-center operators, application makers, power providers will be at the state and local levels, Tusk said.
—
Liz Hoffman,
semafor.com,
30 June 2026
The blueprint promises a 15-billion-pound boost and hundreds of billions in new spending, yet stops short of firm NATO funding targets, fueling fierce fights over money and security.
—
Jill Lawless,
Los Angeles Times,
30 June 2026
According to the warrant affidavit, the couple, who married in 2018, had frequent fights.
—
Staff Reports,
Hartford Courant,
29 June 2026
Kalshi risks more Illinois fights Illinois seems certain that there are many questions that courts must answer before prediction markets like Kalshi can keep taking sports wagers.
—
Ashley Belanger,
ArsTechnica,
29 June 2026
However, some rode electric bikes — causing concerns about traffic safety — and at least two fights involving minors broke out.
—
Diamy Wang,
Charlotte Observer,
29 June 2026
The game runs smoothly on PC with solid performance even during the busiest fights.
—
Jason Bennett,
Arkansas Online,
28 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for fights
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If Wagner misses time again, if Suggs battles injuries again or if the roster isn’t completely healthy in April, expectations aren’t going anywhere.
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Starter Eric Lauer battles erratic fastball command and early damage yet completes six innings, while the Rays’ Nick Martinez matches him before a bullpen misstep to Rojas decides a tight opener.
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The workers' group opposes Ryder's Law, which will sever the main income source for many of the heavily immigrant owners and drivers.
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Your voice is not wasted, and vote-splitting cannot hand the seat to a candidate the majority opposes.
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According to Reuters, Gakpo was given time off to spend with his family, who are staying near the team base in Kansas City as the Netherlands competes in the World Cup.
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With a 6-foot-4, 235-pound frame, Palmquest also competes in shot put and threw 46 1/2 feet as a sophomore, taking first in Aledo’s district meet.
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The pope, played by Samora la Perdida, is a mincing oaf who bickers with Galas about the value of translating Wagner.
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The lids are made with Rubbermaid’s BPA-free StainShield plastic, which resists odors and stains without warping in the dishwasher.
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This looser-fitting top sits right at the waistband and is made of a durable nylon and elastane blend that resists wear and tear (justifying the price point).
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While the war ended years before, the hostility spread from the stands — with skirmishes among supporters — into the field, when Maradona tricked the referee and the world with the World Cup’s most infamous goal, punching the ball into the net with his fist above England’s goalie Peter Shilton.
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Continue reading … — Two arrested as skirmishes erupt outside courthouse after Karmelo Anthony verdict.
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And then there’s the guy that had a lot of success, and through injuries or struggles, needs to change some things and adjust some things.
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The actress spent a few years away from Hollywood, working at a treatment center after her own struggles with substance abuse.
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During his time with the Pistons, he was known for getting into altercations with opposing players, most recently in February 2026, when he was suspended for seven games following a fight with the Charlotte Hornets.
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Court documents describe multiple violent altercations between Spencer and his wife leading up to the murder and one arrest after Spencer hit his wife and threatened to kill her.
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“Fights.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fights. Accessed 5 Jul. 2026.
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