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battlefield

Pronunciation: [ˈbætəlfiˌld]

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Learn how to use battlefield in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “war”

(noun) a battlefield is a place where a battle is fought. It can be a specific location like a field or a larger area where soldiers fight each other. Think of it as the stage where the action happens during a war.

Example

The soldiers bravely defended their position on the battlefield.

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The battlefield was empty and quiet after the fighting had stopped.

Example

What strategies do generals use to win on the battlefield?

Context: “metaphor”

(noun) in a metaphorical sense, a battlefield can refer to any situation where there is a struggle or conflict. This can be in business, personal relationships, or any competition.

Example

The meeting felt like a battlefield, with everyone fighting for their ideas.

Example

In this friendly debate, it didn't turn into a battlefield at all.

Example

Do you think work can sometimes feel like a battlefield?

How to pronounce battlefield

Pronunciation: [ˈbætəlfiˌld]

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