
Brawl
Public Chaos
A 'brawl' usually happens spontaneously and involves several people in a chaotic manner.

The concert turned into a brawl when rival fans clashed.
Negative Connotation
'Brawl' often suggests a lack of control and is viewed negatively.

The peaceful protest escalated into an unruly brawl.
Media Usage
News reports use 'brawl' to describe large fights, suggesting disorder and newsworthiness.

A brawl at the mall led to several arrests last night.
Compare with
AltercationBattleFightFracasMeleeQuarrelScuffleTussle
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