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duel

Definition

  • noun: a fight between two people that includes the use of weapons (such as guns or swords) and that usually happens while other people watch
  • noun: a combat between two persons
  • verb: to fight a duel
  • synonyms: affair of honor, battle, box

Examples

  • The baseball game turned into a 'duel' between the teams' pitchers. = The game turned into a pitching 'duel'.

  • Legislators 'dueled' over the tax increases.

  • The two runners 'dueled' for the lead.

Movie quotes

  • (..) am Questions, questions! your man is constantly questions. man. across the country you will soon sung in songs! I understand. Should the chosen warriors fight a duel with me? I wish not then you're smarter than I thought.. But you come one step closer, we need to fight, there gives no quarter. (..)
    2011 The Dragon Warrior