Example Sentences
Recent Examples of Synonyms for firefights
Noun
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Earthquakes' sudden, rapid shaking can cause fires, tsunamis, landslides or avalanches.—
CA Earthquake Bot,
Sacbee.com,
5 Mar. 2026 -
The fires devastated Pacific Palisades and Altadena — destroying homes and businesses, displacing residents and killing 31 people.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
5 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Even so, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Bahrain and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) saw fresh drone and missile attacks Saturday morning.—
Jessie Yeung,
CNN Money,
7 Mar. 2026
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The Iranian Revolutionary Guard Corps has continued to launch retaliatory drone and missile attacks across the region, and a clerical body has been working to select the country's next supreme leader.—
Stefan Becket,
CBS News,
6 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Although the usual suspects fell in line, some Republicans are voicing anti-war sentiments, railing against his actions in Iran and voicing concern about what is next.—
Lorraine Ali,
Los Angeles Times,
1 Mar. 2026
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Extravagant parties, travel accommodations Meanwhile, several Goliath investors have already sued, seeking to win back some money, and attorneys said this week more court actions are likely.—
Stephen Hudak,
The Orlando Sentinel,
1 Mar. 2026
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Two surgical operations, costing a total of $400,000, were performed in accordance with the past directive following lengthy legal battles over in-prison access to breast implants, facial feminization surgery, and genital augmentation.—
Mia Cathell,
The Washington Examiner,
3 Mar. 2026
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This style sparked architectural battles in Beverly Hills that at times seemed like a proxy fight over Persian American influence (Platform).—
Deputy Managing Editor,
Los Angeles Times,
3 Mar. 2026
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The resolution would prohibit unauthorized military hostilities in Iran without congressional approval.—
Jolene Almendarez,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
28 Feb. 2026
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Outcome of this week’s indirect talks will be key to the direction of oil prices as traders weigh potential supply concerns if hostilities escalate.—
Anniek Bao,
CNBC,
27 Feb. 2026
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“Firefights.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/firefights. Accessed 7 Mar. 2026.
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