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Skirmish

usgb/ˈskɜːrmɪʃ/Volume
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A skirmish is smaller than a battle or war, often involving few participants. SlideThe two gangs had a skirmish in the back alley.
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Skirmishes are quick and resolve faster than prolonged fights. SlideDuring the demonstration, a brief skirmish broke out.
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The word often implies that the fight was not intense or decisive. SlideThe soldiers engaged in a minor skirmish before retreating.
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