as in fought
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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Three years ago, the city considered closing the pool as a cost-saving measure but residents fought its closure.—
Gloria Casas,
Chicago Tribune,
1 May 2026 -
The Republicans fought it, and it’s died.—
Ethan Baron,
Mercury News,
1 May 2026
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After falling behind 3-1 in the series, Philadelphia has battled back, powered by its Big Three.—
Tobias Bass,
New York Times,
1 May 2026
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Gauff battled an apparent illness during the Madrid Open, even taking a medical timeout in the Round of 32 over the weekend.—
Chantz Martin,
FOXNews.com,
30 Apr. 2026
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“Skirmished (with).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/skirmished%20%28with%29. Accessed 3 May. 2026.
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