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battles

Pronunciation: [ˈbætəlz]

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Learn how to use battles in a sentence: 9 audio examples across 3 meanings.

Context: “conflict”

(noun) a battle is a fight between two armies or groups. It can also mean a big struggle or conflict in life. For example, when people argue or work hard to overcome difficulties, that's like having a battle.

Example

The soldiers fought bravely in the battle and were proud of their efforts.

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The peace talks broke down, and they were unable to avoid another battle.

Example

What was the main reason for the battle in history?

Context: “conflict”

(verb) to battle means to fight against someone or something. It can be a physical fight or a struggle, like trying hard to defeat a problem or a challenge.

Example

She decided to battle her fears by speaking in front of the class.

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He didn't battle the tough situation; he just gave up.

Example

Why do we sometimes need to battle difficult challenges in life?

Context: “games”

(noun) in games, a battle can refer to a specific match or contest where players or teams compete against each other. It's often seen in video games or board games.

Example

They won the final battle in the video game and celebrated their victory.

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They lost the battle this time, but they will try again next week.

Example

What strategies did you use to win the last battle in the game?

How to pronounce battles

Pronunciation: [ˈbætəlz]

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