No. 2,872 in Russian
битва
"Битва" means "battle" or "fight" in English.
In a sentence
Средневековая битва прошла у стен замка.
The medieval battle took place at the castle walls.
Here, 'битва' (battle) is used to describe a historical event where forces clash, in the context of a physical confrontation.
Битва на шахматной доске была напряжённой.
The battle on the chessboard was intense.
In this sentence, 'битва' metaphorically represents a competition of strategy and intellect during a chess game.
Её битва с болезнью вдохновила многих.
Her battle with the disease inspired many.
The word 'битва' is utilized to symbolize her struggle or effort to overcome adversity, indicating a figurative fight against illness.
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