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fighter

[fahy-ter] / ˈfaɪ tər /
NOUN
person engaged in hostile encounter
Synonyms
STRONGEST
assailant boxer champion combatant mercenary militant opponent soldier tanker warlord warrior
STRONG
GI aggressor antagonist battler belligerent brawler bruiser bully competitor contender contestant disputant duelist gladiator heavy pugilist rival scrapper slugger wildcat
WEAK
jouster person-at-arms punching bag serviceperson
Antonyms
WEAK
peacemaker

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Germany said last month it is considering Boeing's Australian-developed Ghost Bat, designed to fly alongside a fighter jet and return to base, as it modernises its air force.

From Barron's • Apr. 14, 2026

Despite their fears, his parents still hope to see Masie Nchama again -- a fighter he is said to have relieved at the front has confirmed he is still alive.

From Barron's • Apr. 13, 2026

Itauma's team must now decide what next for a young fighter who, so far, has proved that the hype is justified.

From BBC • Apr. 12, 2026

He referenced his mental health struggles and how each fighter will have their own reality to deal with.

From BBC • Apr. 12, 2026

The fighter pilots of the 586th Regiment didn’t see much enemy action during the last six months of the war.

From "A Thousand Sisters" by Elizabeth Wein

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