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duelling

Pronunciation: [ˈdjuːəlɪŋ]

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

Context: “conflict”

(noun) a formal fight between two people, usually with swords or other weapons, to settle a disagreement or defend one's honor. Duels were more common in the past and were often seen as a way to prove bravery.

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The two men decided to settle their argument by having a duel at dawn.

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In modern times, people don't engage in duelling to resolve conflicts; it's considered dangerous and unnecessary.

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What were the main reasons people engaged in duelling back in the old days?

Context: “conflict”

(verb) to fight someone in a formal way to resolve an argument. This means you're challenging someone to a duel, just like in the stories about knights.

Example

He challenged his opponent to a duelling match to defend his reputation.

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She didn't want to duel her rival, as she preferred to talk things out instead.

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Why would someone consider duelling to settle a disagreement?

How to pronounce duelling

Pronunciation: [ˈdjuːəlɪŋ]

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