embattle Sentence Examples

  1. The city was embattled by advancing enemy forces, creating a tense and perilous situation.
  2. The embattled company faced fierce competition and dwindling market share, prompting drastic measures to stay afloat.
  3. Environmental activists stood embattled against the construction project, determined to protect the delicate ecosystem from destruction.
  4. The embattled politician faced mounting pressure to resign due to a series of financial scandals.
  5. The nation found itself embattled in a costly and protracted border conflict, leading to a strained budget and divided public opinion.
  6. The embattled athlete faced a daunting challenge in the upcoming championship, determined to prove their resilience and overcome adversity.
  7. The embattled CEO defended the company's controversial practices, asserting the legality and necessity of their actions.
  8. The embattled community faced economic hardship and unemployment due to the closure of the local factory.
  9. The embattled students held a protest to demand better living conditions and quality education at the university.
  10. The embattled country endured a protracted civil war, resulting in widespread devastation and a humanitarian crisis.

embattle Meaning

Wordnet

embattle (v)

fortify by furnishing with battlements for defense

prepare for battle or conflict

Webster

embattle (v. t.)

To arrange in order of battle; to array for battle; also, to prepare or arm for battle; to equip as for battle.

To furnish with battlements.

Webster

embattle (v. i.)

To be arrayed for battle.

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FAQs About the word embattle

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The city was embattled by advancing enemy forces, creating a tense and perilous situation.

The embattled company faced fierce competition and dwindling market share, prompting drastic measures to stay afloat.

Environmental activists stood embattled against the construction project, determined to protect the delicate ecosystem from destruction.

The embattled politician faced mounting pressure to resign due to a series of financial scandals.