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The correct spelling is fights.
How to pronounce fights
verb
IPA: /faɪts/
Say it like: Fit-s
The correct spelling is fights. To contend in physical conflict, either singly or in war, battle etc. For example: "A wounded animal will fight like a maniac, relentless, savage and murderous."
Usage Examples
“A wounded animal will fight like a maniac, relentless, savage and murderous.”
“The two boxers have been fighting for more than half an hour.”
“He fought for the Democrats in the last election.”
Meanings
verb
- 1.To contend in physical conflict, either singly or in war, battle etc.
- 2.To contend in physical conflict with each other, either singly or in war, battle etc.
- 3.To strive for something; to campaign or contend for success.
- 4.To conduct or engage in (battle, warfare etc.).
- 5.To engage in combat with; to oppose physically, to contest with.
noun
- 1.An occasion of fighting.
- 2.A battle between opposing armies.
- 3.A physical confrontation or combat between two or more people or groups.
- 4.A boxing or martial arts match.
- 5.A conflict, possibly nonphysical, with opposing ideas or forces; strife.
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