firefight

[ˈfaɪə(r)faɪt]

firefight Definition

  • 1a battle in which two or more groups of people fight fires
  • 2a military engagement involving the exchange of fire between opposing forces

Using firefight: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "firefight" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The firefighters were engaged in a fierce firefight to contain the blaze.

  • Example

    The soldiers were caught in a firefight with enemy combatants.

  • Example

    The helicopter was hit during the firefight and had to make an emergency landing.

firefight Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for firefight

Phrases with firefight

  • to become involved in a battle or conflict that involves the exchange of gunfire

    Example

    The troops got into a firefight with the enemy forces.

  • to suddenly start a battle or conflict that involves the exchange of gunfire

    Example

    The peaceful protest broke out into a firefight when the police started firing tear gas.

  • ceasefire

    a temporary suspension of fighting, typically one that is agreed upon by opposing sides in a war or conflict

    Example

    The two sides agreed to a ceasefire to allow for humanitarian aid to be delivered to the affected areas.

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Summary: firefight in Brief

'Firefight' [ˈfaɪə(r)faɪt] refers to a battle or conflict that involves fighting fires or the exchange of gunfire between opposing forces. It can be used to describe both military engagements and firefighting efforts, as in 'The firefighters were engaged in a fierce firefight to contain the blaze.' Phrases like 'get into a firefight' and 'break out into a firefight' denote sudden involvement in such conflicts.