Battle
/ˈbæt.əl/
Definitions
- (n.) A sustained fight between armed forces or parties.
The battle lasted for several hours with heavy casualties.
- (v.) To engage in a fight or struggle, either physically or metaphorically.
The company battled against unfair regulations.
Forms
- battles
- battled
- battling
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Commentary
In legal texts, 'battle' often figuratively describes contentious disputes or legal struggles rather than physical combat.
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