running battle
The term "running battle" is often used to describe ongoing conflicts or disputes that persist over time or across various locations.
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Definition
B2General
(common)A prolonged conflict or dispute that continues over time with intermittent episodes.
Example
- The two companies have been in a running battle over patent rights for years.
C1Military
(technical)A series of encounters or skirmishes between opposing forces, often occurring over an extended area or duration.
Example
- The troops engaged in a running battle as they advanced through the enemy territory.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "running battle":
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