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swordplay

[sawrd-pley, sohrd-] / ˈsɔrdˌpleɪ, ˈsoʊrd- /
NOUN
fencing
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That segment is far outnumbered by people who may fit the contemporary definition of philistines, non-religious viewers who are only in it for the pulse-pounding swordplay and palace intrigue.

From Salon • Mar. 29, 2026

After moving to the US she inspired a new generation of directors from East Asia to Hollywood to make female-driven swordplay films.

From BBC • Jul. 19, 2024

First dates on the grassy hill, jogging through the park and on to Fremont, listening to drum circles on a warm summer evening, grinning at the medieval knights and their swordplay tournaments.

From Seattle Times • Oct. 1, 2023

Romance, comedy, intrigue, fascinating period work and a little bit of swordplay.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 15, 2023

Grandfather had taught me a bit about swordplay along with his other army lessons.

From "Fever 1793" by Laurie Halse Anderson




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