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.
Strife, contention, great effort.
A contortion of the body in an attempt to escape or to perform a difficult task.
To strive, to labour in difficulty, to fight (for or against), to contend.
To strive, or to make efforts, with a twisting, or with contortions of the body.