fought
word · lemma: fight
Definition
Past tense of 'fight'. It means used force against someone, argued strongly, or worked hard against something such as a problem, illness, or unfair situation.
Usage & Nuances
Often used for physical conflict, but also very commonly for non-physical struggles: 'fought cancer', 'fought for freedom', 'fought over money'. 'Fight with' is often against a person; 'fight for' is for a cause; 'fight against' is against something harmful. Don't confuse it with 'caught' or 'thought' in pronunciation.
Example Sentences
The two boys fought at school yesterday.
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She fought the illness for many years.
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They fought for their rights.
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We fought over something stupid and stopped talking for a week.
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My grandfather fought in the war when he was very young.
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She fought hard to keep the team together.
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