Word |
Scuffle |
Meaning |
rough, disorderly fight or struggle at close quarters |
Example 1 |
In order to downplay the actual fight, the siblings told their parents the reasons for the bloody noses and torn clothing was due to a small scuffle they had a few minutes ago. |
Example 2 |
It is expected for the friends to get into a light scuffle over their chores, but no one got hurt. |
Example 3 |
Neighbors often scuffle with words and nonviolent actions over loud music and property boundaries. |
Example 4 |
A scuffle with the police was shown with the man struggling and squirming as the police tried to put the handcuffs on him. |
Example 5 |
Boxing fans were quite angry at the boxing match because it looked like a scuffle with a few hits and slaps rather than the aggressive fight they paid to see. |
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