In any situation of conflict, an actual instance of active hostilities.
The point at which the fencers are close enough to join blades, or to make an effective attack during an encounter.
Connection or attachment.
The feeling of being compelled, drawn in, connected to what is happening, interested in what will happen next.
An appointment, especially to speak or perform.
The period of time when marriage is planned or promised.
A conflict, possibly nonphysical, with opposing ideas or forces; strife.
An occasion of fighting.
A physical confrontation or combat between two or more people or groups.
The will or ability to fight.
A boxing or martial arts match.
To conduct or engage in (battle, warfare etc.).
To engage in combat with; to oppose physically, to contest with.
Of colours or other design elements: to clash; to fail to harmonize.
To try to overpower; to fiercely counteract.
To contend in physical conflict, either singly or in war, battle etc.
To contend in physical conflict with each other, either singly or in war, battle etc.
To strive for something; to campaign or contend for success.