skirmish

Example Sentences

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To an outsider, the situation in Oxford might seem like a classic local skirmish between angry residents and their council.

From BBC • Feb. 25, 2026

That adjective would not apply to a public skirmish between the president of the university and the consultant that conducted the study commissioned by the university.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 24, 2026

Oklahoma City coach Mark Daigneault said the post-game skirmish was the result of lax officiating.

From Barron's • Jan. 28, 2026

During yet another skirmish outside, a woman came in sobbing.

From Slate • Jan. 25, 2026

Not long after, a rider with the Mallister eagle sewn on his breast arrived with a message from Lord Jason, telling of another skirmish and another victory.

From "A Clash of Kings" by George R.R. Martin