skirmish

Definition

  • noun: a brief and usually unplanned fight during a war
  • noun: a minor fight in war usually incidental to larger movements
  • verb: to be involved in a skirmish
  • verb: to engage in a skirmish

Examples

  • Violent 'skirmishes' with the enemy continue despite talks of peace.

  • The presidential candidates 'skirmished' over their economic plans.

  • Rebel groups are 'skirmishing' with military forces.

Movie quotes

  • (..) Defend it at all costs. Secure the dungeon. Odin. Frigga. Go! It's a skirmish. Nothing to fear. You've never been a very good liar. ODIN: Take her to your chambers. (..)
    2013 Thor: The Dark World