fighting 1 of 3

fighting

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noun

fighting

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verb

present participle of fight
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as in competing
to engage in a contest everyone on that street seems to be fighting to see who can create the gaudiest holiday lighting display

Synonyms & Similar Words

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Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of fighting
Adjective
But the computer model couldn’t distinguish fighting roosters from non-fighting roosters. Jeff Horwitz, WSJ, 17 Oct. 2021 Some had joined Ukrainian combat units as volunteers, while others have sought to assist the Ukrainian people in non-fighting capacities. Dan Lamothe, Washington Post, 4 Feb. 2023
Recent Examples of Synonyms for fighting
Noun
  • Based on Lee Child’s Jack Reacher novel series, the show stars Ritchson as the infamous ex-military police officer and drifter who uses his combat skills (and intimidating stature) to take down dangerous criminals.
    Emily Blackwood, People.com, 27 Mar. 2025
  • Every stage of war, from preparation and production to combat and eventual reconstruction, leaves an indelible carbon footprint on the planet.
    Nils Rokke, Forbes.com, 26 Mar. 2025
Verb
  • The Nuggets have been battling it out with Wemby.
    Zach Harper, The Athletic, 6 Jan. 2025
  • The team’s limitations have been apparent since Christmas, and that’s despite the club battling pretty hard in front of sturdy goaltending on a nightly basis.
    Thomas Drance, The Athletic, 6 Jan. 2025
Verb
  • Conley is struggling with his shot again the past couple of games and at times looks overwhelmed by opposing size and athleticism.
    Jace Frederick, Twin Cities, 5 Jan. 2025
  • So if the team’s pitch and presentation to Garrett starts there, and potentially with a plan to also get an experienced quarterback who actually reads and attacks opposing defenses, maybe the Browns can patch things together.
    Zac Jackson, The Athletic, 4 Jan. 2025
Verb
  • Field size will expand a touch with over 20 creators competing in the events that will be enhanced by live ShotLink powered by CDW scoring/data, Trackman shot tracing and the same onscreen graphics pro game watchers have come to expect.
    Mike Dojc, Forbes, 8 Jan. 2025
  • Carey Hart, who has been competing in motocross for years, embraced the opportunity to push himself physically after having to take a step back recently.
    Elizabeth Stanton, Fox News, 8 Jan. 2025
Verb
  • The sellers are Lydia (Lisa Kudrow) and Paul (Ray Romano), bickering empty nesters saddled with financial woes and a dark secret.
    Kelly Lawler, USA TODAY, 13 Dec. 2024
  • Right out of the gate, the brothers are in a contentious mood, needling each other with elbows and bickering like little siblings.
    Daniel Kreps, Rolling Stone, 13 Oct. 2024
Verb
  • The result of a complex physical and chemical treatment process, the finish gets its name for its ceramic-like feel and matte finish while resisting scratches and scuffs.
    Brian Westover, PCMAG, 8 Jan. 2025
  • He was arrested again in 2016, during his four-year probation term, for shoplifting from a local Walmart and resisting security and was sent back to prison.
    Shirsho Dasgupta, Miami Herald, 8 Jan. 2025
Noun
  • Other training events for the four-day exercise include air defense, anti-submarine and surface warfare operations, maritime patrol, and replenishment at sea, which are designed to refine the tactical and operational capabilities of the French and Indian naval forces.
    Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 21 Mar. 2025
  • The shift comes as China and Russia have ramped up displays of orbital warfare capabilities over the past few years.
    Josh Dinner, Space.com, 21 Mar. 2025
Verb
  • The path is similar this time around, and Tampa Bay is coming off a resounding 40-17 victory over the playoff-contending Los Angeles Chargers.
    Associated Pess, Orlando Sentinel, 22 Dec. 2024
  • Against this backdrop, the remainder of López's contract could be appealing to a contending team.
    Newsweek, Newsweek, 22 Dec. 2024

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“Fighting.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fighting. Accessed 4 Apr. 2025.

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