SKIRMISH WITH Synonyms: 51 Similar and Opposite Words

skirmish (with)

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Definition of skirmish (with)

as in to fight

to oppose (someone) in physical conflict for years the Apache leader had been skirmishing with the Mexicans, who were responsible for his nickname, Geronimo

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Defense attorneys unsuccessfully fought the public release of the statements from Twiggs and the chat room messages.

— ABC News, ABC News, 10 July 2026
Environmental advocates and leaders of Native tribes, who have been fighting the project, criticized the decision.

— Ian James, Los Angeles Times, 10 July 2026

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The Three Lions battled back from a goal down to beat Congo 2-1 in the Round of 32 with a pair of late goals by Harry Kane.

— Michelle Kaufman, Miami Herald, 11 July 2026
Key Background Tensions between Musk and Altman are at a high as their AI companies battle for supremacy.

— Antonio Pequeño IV, Forbes.com, 11 July 2026

Definition of battle

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The presence of local brick-and-mortar romance bookstores not only combats the stigma but also fosters connection among readers searching for community beyond their screens.

— Katelyn Frey, The Conversation, 10 July 2026
Following military coups, the juntas in the three countries turned from Western allies to Russia for help combating Islamic militants.

— ABC News, ABC News, 10 July 2026

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