battle cry

Example Sentences

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With Zoë, she offers a generational battle cry: “Rise my post-menopausal sisters and fight; you have nothing to lose but your culturally imposed feelings of irrelevance.”

From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 29, 2025

In today’s real-world context, Mr. Kerry’s battle cry is silly and self-destructive.

From Washington Times • Dec. 26, 2023

Blue is a University of Michigan color, and “Go Blue!” is a battle cry and common salutation among Wolverine fans.

From Seattle Times • Dec. 1, 2023

Her battle cry was pitch perfect, and it looks like everyday people tuned in.

From Salon • Jul. 14, 2023

Ser Rodrik shouted “Winterfell!” and rode to meet him, with Bronn and Chiggen beside him, screaming some wordless battle cry.

From "A Game of Thrones" by George R.R. Martin