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skirmash

 

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Skirmash

(noun)

Definition: A brief and sudden small-scale battle or conflict, typically involving small groups or individual combatants.

Example Sentence: The skirmash between the two street gangs ended quickly with minimal casualties.


(verb)

Definition: To engage in or participate in a brief and sudden small-scale battle or conflict.

Example Sentence: The two opposing teams will skirmash in the final match of the tournament.


(adjective)

Definition: Pertaining to or characteristic of a skirmash.

Example Sentence: The soldiers wore lightweight armor suitable for skirmash situations.


(adverb)

Definition: In a manner or style characteristic of a skirmash.

Example Sentence: He swiftly and dynamically moved skirmash-like through the battlefield.


(local term)

Definition: In some regions, a skirmash can also refer to a minor disagreement or argument.

Example Sentence: The skirmash between the neighbors started over a trivial matter, but quickly escalated.


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