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altercation

[awl-ter-key-shuhn] / ˌɔl tərˈkeɪ ʃən /


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Ashouri, a U.S. citizen, spent her childhood frequenting businesses in Westwood, but she no longer feels comfortable there, fearing some sort of altercation.

From Los Angeles Times • May 1, 2026

As part of the investigation, the Met said officers are investigating a separate altercation at an address on Great Dover Street, Southwark, earlier on Wednesday, and were searching a property in south-east London.

From BBC • Apr. 30, 2026

When the footage emerged, the network decided to cancel her season, showcasing how ugly the altercation was behind all the legalese.

From Salon • Apr. 29, 2026

After a 10-hour negotiating session on Monday, an altercation or a feared altercation — accounts vary — resulted in the district calling police.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 29, 2026

This last altercation has given Enobaria and Gloss time to reach the Cornucopia.

From "Catching Fire" by Suzanne Collins




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