affray

[uh-frey] / əˈfreɪ /

NOUN

fight

Synonyms

STRONG

altercation assault attack battle brawl clash disturbance encounter fracas melee quarrel riot ruckus scuffle skirmish

WEAK

donnybrook

Antonyms

STRONG

agreement calm harmony peace retreat surrender truce

Example Sentences

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On Saturday evening four men, aged 24, 29, 36 and 38, were charged with affray and disorderly behaviour.

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The teen, from the Erdington area of the city, is also charged with affray and is due before magistrates later.

From BBC

The pair pleaded not guilty to a linked charge of affray on Monday.

From BBC

The pair have also been charged with affray.

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Olohan, from Montpelier in Bristol, was jailed for eight months for affray and criminal damage.

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