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battle

[bat-l] / ˈbæt l /




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Just three points now separate four teams in the battle to avoid the third relegation spot, with Wolves and Burnley both having been cut further adrift.

From BBC • Apr. 10, 2026

Talks face an uphill battle in resolving the vast differences in the warring sides' positions.

From Barron's • Apr. 10, 2026

It’s the latest incident in a global proxy battle targeting key underwater assets—triggering a global scramble to protect cables vulnerable to potential sabotage.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 9, 2026

“This is just another battle to fight,” Wortman said.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 9, 2026

The genie’s voice had always been very monotone, even during its battle with Merriweather, but now, pain and terror fought against fury as the creature howled in absolute agony.

From "Half Upon a Time" by James Riley




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