combat

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The UK's Climate Change Committee has also previously advised the government to encourage people to cut the amount of meat and dairy they consume, to combat climate change.

From BBC

The prolonged tensions, closing on their sixth day of combat, have spurred moves by the U.S. and its allies to improve security and bring back residents.

From The Wall Street Journal

"I don't believe war is necessary. We have seen that in the end, it is negotiation - not combat - that provides the solution."

From BBC

While the model can be used for light combat, it is primarily designed as a training aircraft.

From The Wall Street Journal

A decorated infantry officer who spent more than 18 years in the National Guard and served in combat, deploying to Iraq and Afghanistan, Hegseth has nonetheless been been plagued by scandals.

From Barron's