Scuffle and Slug

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Scuffle verb - To seize and attempt to unbalance one another for the purpose of achieving physical mastery.

Usage example: the burglar and the homeowner briefly scuffled together in the dark

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Slug and scuffle are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Slug" instead a verb "Scuffle".

Nearby Words: scuffled, scuffling

Slug verb - To deliver a blow to (someone or something) usually in a strong vigorous manner.

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Scuffle and slug are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Scuffle" instead a verb "Slug".

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