skirmished Definition
engaged in a brief, unplanned fight or encounter between small groups.
Using skirmished: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "skirmished" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
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The two armies skirmished for control of the hill.
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The protesters skirmished with the police before being dispersed.
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The rival gangs skirmished over the disputed territory.
skirmished Synonyms and Antonyms
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Summary: skirmished in Brief
The verb 'skirmished' [ˈskɜː.mɪʃt] refers to a brief, unplanned fight or encounter between small groups. It is often used to describe clashes between armies, gangs, or protesters, as in 'The two armies skirmished for control of the hill.' Synonyms include 'clashed,' 'fought,' and 'battled.'
