fisticuffs

Example Sentences

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The two men constantly circle each other, two clicks away from West Side Story–style fisticuffs.

From Slate • Apr. 14, 2025

He engages in fisticuffs when the situation requires it.

From Salon • Dec. 13, 2024

Ms. Stelson, who is running as a centrist, prevailed in a six-candidate primary that was largely upbeat and free of intraparty fisticuffs.

From New York Times • Apr. 26, 2024

But what began with sibling fisticuffs over the deathbed, spiritually if not literally, turned into something very much else.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 10, 2023

A still, small voice reminded me to return good for evil, reminded me that my plans for the future do not include fisticuffs or expulsion.

From "Bronx Masquerade" by Nikki Grimes