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war

Pronunciation: [/wɔɹ/]

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war: meanings and example sentences

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

Context: “conflict”

(noun) a state of armed conflict between different countries or groups. It's when fighting and battles are happening between large groups of people.

Example

The two countries were at war for many years before finally signing a peace treaty.

Example

We hope that there will never be another world war.

Example

Why do countries go to war with each other?

Context: “struggle”

(noun) a prolonged conflict or struggle. It's when there is a big fight or disagreement that goes on for a long time.

Example

She had to wage a war against her own fears to achieve her goals.

Example

The war against poverty seems never-ending.

Example

What are some common reasons for wars to start?

How to pronounce war

Pronunciation: [/wɔɹ/]

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