skirmish

Example Sentences

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During yet another skirmish outside, a woman came in sobbing.

From Slate • Jan. 25, 2026

India, which the U.S. hit with 50% tariffs despite its early push for a trade deal, struck a trade pact with China last fall, repairing a relationship strained after a 2024 border skirmish.

From Barron's • Jan. 23, 2026

But ministers avoided a legislative skirmish over the proposals last year, as they were not included in the law to rubber-stamp the 2024 Budget.

From BBC • Dec. 3, 2025

The skirmish is just the latest between YouTube and programming companies.

From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 7, 2025

That was the end of the conversation, but not of the battle, for this was a battle, not a skirmish.

From "Homecoming" by Cynthia Voigt