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Skirmish
01
a brief, small-scale fight between small groups, often part of a larger conflict
Examples
The soldiers were involved in a skirmish at the village outskirts.
Several skirmishes broke out along the border before the full war started.
02
a short, political argument, particularly between rivals
Examples
The soldiers engaged in a brief skirmish with enemy forces before retreating to regroup.
The skirmish between rival gangs resulted in several injuries and property damage.
to skirmish
01
to engage in an unplanned or minor fight, often between small groups
Examples
The patrols skirmished near the border before retreating.
Rebel forces skirmish with government troops in the hills.
