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decisive battle

NounSuru VerbIntransitive Verb

Definitions

1. decisive battle
2. deciding match

Refers to a decisive battle or a final, determining confrontation between opposing sides. It carries a sense of high stakes, where the outcome will resolve a larger conflict. The word is used in both historical contexts and modern competitive situations like sports or business rivalry.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

The report said "a decisive battle near the capital is imminent."

Sentence 2

"Today's finally the day," he said, retying his shoelaces.

Sentence 3

My senior told me, "This project is the decisive battle — don't let your guard down."

Sentence 4

"Your next interview is the decisive battle," my teacher said encouragingly.

Sentence 5

Isn't that basically just a clash of two egos?