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How to pronounce “skirmish”

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Pronunciation guide for skirmish

Learning goal: Practice the English pronunciation of skirmish with real speech in context.
Available examples: 7 YouTube examples
Real speech example: Inside the mind of a former radical jihadistAnd I went out on a short, pointless skirmish --
Definition summary: (military) A brief battle between small groups, usually part of a longer or larger battle or war.

Example 1 of 7

Inside the mind of a former radical jihadist

And I went out on a short, pointless skirmish --

[Noun]
(military) A brief battle between small groups, usually part of a longer or larger battle or war.
(figuratively, by extension) Any minor dispute.
A type of outdoor military style game using paintball or similar weapons.
[Verb]
To engage in a minor battle or dispute.

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