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Definition of «gunfight»

A gunfight is a physical confrontation between two or more individuals involving firearms. It typically occurs in a short, intense period of time and often involves shootouts where both sides are attempting to kill each other. Gunfights can occur during armed conflicts such as wars or during criminal activities like robberies or gang violence. The term "gunfight" is also used metaphorically to describe any intense competition or confrontation between two opposing forces, even if they do not involve firearms.

Usage examples

  1. The gang members engaged in a dangerous gunfight on the streets of a crime-ridden neighborhood.
  2. The final scene of the movie featured an intense gunfight between the hero and the villain.
  3. The police officers were forced to confront armed robbers in a fierce gunfight during a bank heist.
  4. The Old West town reenactment included a thrilling gunfight demonstration for the tourists.
  5. The soldiers took cover behind the barricades as they exchanged gunfire with the enemy in a heated gunfight.

Phrases with «gunfight»

Sentences with «gunfight»

  • Never once does Bobby Darin sing «Mack the Knife» or «Splish Splash» in Gunfight in Abilene. (rottentomatoes.com)
  • Suspect it's going to be full of gunfights with other humans because who needs more nercomorphs when you can kill other humans. (thesixthaxis.com)
  • For example a map entitled Stonehaven, to which I admit a bias since it's based on an area beside my home town, is set around and in the ruins of an ancient castle and is rather sizable, offering up pleasant rolling hills and masonry which provides the opportunity for gunfights at medium distance, finally giving snipers a chance to shine as well. (wolfsgamingblog.com)
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