tussle
simple noun11 collocationsAvg. frequency: 6.6
legal tussle6.8
A struggle or dispute that is dealt with in a court of law.
Refers to a minor or unimportant struggle or disagreement.
brief tussle6.0
Refers to a struggle or argument that is short in duration.
tussle for7.5
Indicates a struggle with the goal of obtaining something, like power or control.
tussle over7.3
Indicates a struggle or argument about a particular issue or topic.
Indicates a struggle involving two or more specific parties.
tussle with7.1
Indicates a struggle directly against a person, entity, or concept.
Used to describe the state of being within a conflict or struggle.
To engage in a struggle or argument.
To be part of a struggle.
To be actively participating in a struggle.