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Rareskirmishes
The correct spelling is skirmishes.
How to pronounce skirmishes
noun
Say it like: Ski-rmi-she-s
The correct spelling is skirmishes. A brief battle between small groups, usually part of a longer or larger battle or war.
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Meanings
noun
- 1.A brief battle between small groups, usually part of a longer or larger battle or war.
- 2.(by extension) Any minor dispute.
- 3.A type of outdoor military style game using paintball or similar weapons.
verb
- 1.To engage in a minor battle or dispute
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