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Recent Examples of Synonyms for pitched battles
Noun
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Sirens sounded across Israel as a precautionary measure, alerting the public to potential missile attacks, the IDF confirmed.—
Bojan Stojkovski,
Interesting Engineering,
28 Feb. 2026 -
So far, Iran’s proxies have not carried out retaliatory attacks tied to the strikes against Iran, though that could change.—
Brady Knox,
The Washington Examiner,
28 Feb. 2026
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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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Earthquakes' sudden, rapid shaking can cause fires, tsunamis, landslides or avalanches.—
CA Earthquake Bot,
Sacbee.com,
26 Feb. 2026
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Two more fires are burning in the Hill Country, where crews continue to work to get them under control.—
Newsroom Meteorologist,
Austin American Statesman,
25 Feb. 2026
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“Pitched battles.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pitched%20battles. Accessed 2 Mar. 2026.
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