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scuffle

NounIntransitive VerbTransitive Verb

Meanings

Noun

A short, confused fight or struggle at close quarters.

"The two players got into a scuffle after the whistle blew."

Intransitive Verb
[~ with someone]

To engage in a short, confused fight or struggle.

"The protesters scuffled with the police for several minutes."

Transitive Verb
[~ something]

To shuffle one's feet while walking, often making a scraping sound.

"He scuffled across the floor in his slippers."

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