battle with
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The analysts’ remarks came after Lululemon on Thursday cut its full-year forecast for the year, following a bruising proxy battle with its founder, Chip Wilson, which management said hurt the company’s reputation and sales.
From MarketWatch • Jun. 5, 2026
Two years later, Travolta’s close friend and “Grease” co-star, Olivia Newton-John, died after her own lengthy battle with breast cancer.
From Salon • Jun. 2, 2026
Altman won that battle with a jury rejecting Musk’s claims, partly because Musk waited too long to sue.
From Barron's • Jun. 1, 2026
Corona Santiago senior Braelyn Combe won her 1,600 heat in 4:46.88 and is set for a four-lap battle with San Diego Section champion Chiara Dailey of La Jolla, who won the second heat in 4:46.00.
From Los Angeles Times • May 30, 2026
It was hopeless for him, I knew—like going into battle with a rhino.
From "Newjack: Guarding Sing Sing" by Ted Conover
