noun
- fights between armies, groups, or individuals
- struggles or contests to achieve something or overcome difficulties
Usage: figurative
verb
- fights against someone or something
- works hard to overcome or deal with something difficult
Examples
- The history book described famous battles from World War II.
- She battles her fear of public speaking every day.
- The two armies fought several battles before the war ended.
- He battles cancer with courage and determination.
- The legal battles over the contract lasted for months.
- The team battles their rivals in tomorrow’s championship game.
- Ancient battles were often decided by superior strategy.
- She battles to balance work and family responsibilities.