bouts

NOUN

period of time in which something occurs

Synonyms

STRONGEST

round session spell tour

STRONG

course fit go run shift stint stretch tear term trick turn

Antonyms

STRONG

stagnation

NOUN

competitive fight

Synonyms

STRONGEST

battle boxing match competition contest encounter match round struggle

STRONG

bat engagement go set-to

Example Sentences

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Bouts take place in an eight-sided ring -- dubbed "The Octagon" -- bounded by a chainlink fence.

From Barron's • Mar. 8, 2026

Bouts of volatility have rocked various sectors in recent months after new AI advancements pushed investors to revalue companies facing potential disruption.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 4, 2026

Bouts of cold feet over lofty valuations in the stock market — and in artificial-intelligence plays in particular — have been blamed.

From MarketWatch • Nov. 25, 2025

Bouts of hostility encouraged newcomers to stick together.

From BBC • Aug. 9, 2025

Bouts of severe cramping due to dehydration: three.

From "A Heart in a Body in the World" by Deb Caletti