No. 1,148 in Polish
starcie
"Starcie" in English means "clash" or "conflict."
In a sentence
To starcie między dwoma drużynami było bardzo emocjonujące.
This clash between the two teams was very thrilling.
The word "starcie" is used here to describe a competitive event or confrontation between parties, emphasizing the intensity of the situation.
Podczas starcia z przeciwnikiem, zawodnik złamał kij.
During the clash with the opponent, the player broke the stick.
Here, "starcie" refers to a direct encounter or physical confrontation, indicating a moment of conflict or competition.
W starciu z trudnościami życiowymi potrzeba wytrwałości.
In the clash with life's difficulties, perseverance is needed.
In this context, "starcie" metaphorically represents a situation of struggle or challenge, showcasing the versatile usage of the word in describing both literal and figurative conflicts.
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