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running battle

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a running battle
if you have a running battle with someone, you have an argument that continues over a long period of time. I've had a running battle with the neighbours over their kids throwing stones over the fence. (often + with)
See also: battle, running


a running battle (with someone/something)
an argument or fight that continues for a long time. Flynn has fought a running battle with the tobacco company over its advertisements.
See also: battle, running


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Bulan, notwithstanding the running battle the two bulls were forcing upon him, was gaining steadily upon the fleeing ourang outang that was handicapped by the weight of the fair captive he bore in his huge, hairy arms.
Next, he had seen the running battle of the man, the horse, and the dog.
 
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