brawling
Example Sentences
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In five years, Keanu Reaves will be brawling like this.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 11, 2026
According to legend, it took rough and rugged characters to tame the early American frontier: men like Daniel Boone, the trailblazer, or Mike Fink, the brawling river boatman.
From The Wall Street Journal ● May 26, 2026
Despite rancorous relations between Taiwan’s ruling DPP and the opposition – they were brawling in parliament last week – the Chinese drills have brought all the parties together.
From BBC ● May 23, 2024
He’s a fairly even-keeled, calm-sounding guy, which makes him a helpful spokesperson to an organization that has big bearded dudes going out fighting and brawling.
From Slate ● Sep. 13, 2023
“A fine example to set for your children . . . brawling in public .. . what Gilderoy Lockhart must’ve thought —” “He was pleased,” said Fred.
From "Harry Potter And The Chamber Of Secrets" by J. K. Rowling
