altercation

Example Sentences

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She faced criminal charges after an altercation with an ex-girlfriend of her second husband.

From Salon

A brief altercation occurred between one of Ibrahima's friends and a boy in the other group.

From BBC

An attorney for R&B star Trey Songz on Tuesday requested a delay in court proceedings stemming from an October altercation where he allegedly struck two people.

From Los Angeles Times

"Police were called to Welling Football Club following reports of an altercation between two men," a Metropolitan Police spokesperson said.

From BBC

Police said there were at least 12 people arrested during the altercation, which is still under investigation.

From Los Angeles Times