This is the 1882nd most frequent Dutch word.
oorlog
War.
The word 'oorlog' is used here to describe a major historical conflict or war.
De Tweede Wereldoorlog was een belangrijk historisch evenement.
The Second World War was an important historical event.
In this context, 'oorlog' represents a challenging time in history when conflicts occurred.
Tijdens de oorlog moesten mensen hun huizen verlaten.
During the war, people had to leave their homes.
Here, 'oorlog' is metaphorically applied to describe an intense struggle or effort against a societal issue.