The phrase "violent confrontation" means a physical or aggressive conflict between two or more people, where force or violence is used. Full definition
As the epic battle of good versus evil unfolds, there are moments of violent confrontation. (parentpreviews.com)
The most violent confrontation, which occurred many years ago when a man tried to grab my wife, didn't turn out as he had planned when our dog defended my wife. (redeeminggod.com)
As the British pushed into the interior of the country, there were numerous violent confrontations with the Maya (see Mayan Emigration and Conflict, ch. (ambergrisCaye.com)