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skirmish

NounIntransitive VerbTransitive Verb

Meanings

Noun

An episode of irregular fighting, typically between small groups or scouting parties, that is less intense than a full-scale battle.

"The two armies engaged in a brief skirmish before retreating to their main camps."

Noun

A brief, spirited argument or a minor dispute between people.

"The political candidates' debate devolved into a series of petty skirmishes over minor policy details."

Intransitive Verb
[~ with someone]

To engage in a brief or irregular fight or argument.

"The vanguard skirmished with the enemy for several hours to delay their advance."

Transitive Verb
[~ with someone]

To fight a small, irregular battle against an opponent.

"The infantry skirmished the opposing flank to test their defenses."

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