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in a battle vs in battle

Both 'in a battle' and 'in battle' are correct, but they are used in slightly different contexts. 'In a battle' is used when referring to a specific, individual battle, while 'in battle' is used in a more general sense to describe being engaged in fighting or conflict.

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in a battle

This phrase is correct and commonly used when referring to a specific, individual battle.

Use 'in a battle' when you want to specify that someone or something is involved in a particular battle. It indicates a specific instance of fighting or conflict.

Examples:

The soldiers fought bravely in a battle that lasted for days.
She was injured in a battle against the enemy forces.
The general's strategy was crucial in a battle that determined the outcome of the war.

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We're not in a battle right now.
Why fight so hard in a battle you know you will lose.
Mother said you fought in a battle.
After stealing Xibalba's magic medal in a battle
The workers collaborated with the army in a battle lasting just a few hours.
It is heartrending if children are sacrificed in a battle which should be settled around the negotiating table.
We were in a battle with Wraith cruisers.
I don't want to be in a battle.
There's a lot of smoke in a battle.
Paul, we aren't in a battle here.
Coming up, Rutledge and I put our pride on the line in a battle against a blind man.
Dr Crusher said you think I was in a battle.
The Pharaoh versus the Pretender in a battle for the crown.
Well... First of all, he didn't have a horse because his horse was killed in a battle.
When they get injured in a battle, they replace their limbs with chop wood and black magic.
He was sacrificed in a battle with foreigners
I shouldn't wish to rely on Cumbershum for a hand in a battle with the Frenchy.
And when you're in a battle anything can happen.
Nobody's got any right to ask me to muck around in a battle.
The story culminates in a battle of five different armies, all vying for the dragon's treasure.

Alternatives:

during a battle
in the battle
in that battle
in a fierce battle
in an intense battle

in battle

This phrase is correct and commonly used in a more general sense to describe being engaged in fighting or conflict.

Use 'in battle' when you want to describe someone or something engaged in fighting or conflict without specifying a particular battle. It is a more general expression.

Examples:

The soldiers were well-prepared to face the enemy in battle.
She showed great courage in battle.
The knights charged into battle with their swords drawn.

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- All of them are seasoned in battle.
You've led men in battle.
He died in battle leaving my mother penniless.
I was decorated for valour in battle.
My father was killed in battle at Tranome Sar.
Saint Michael the Archangel, defend us in battle.
He could be in battle with Surtur this very moment.
And not one i look forward to facing in battle once again.
He was slain in battle long ago.
You will not fall in battle against Crassus.
Man, it's like watching your kid die in battle.
I have bloodied my hands in battle.
The Horde kills for honor in battle, Mulgrut.
To die in battle is the greatest glory.
I lost my right eye in battle.
Besides, I have been damaged and cannot aid you in battle.
You wanted to be rewarded for your valor in battle.
It's always the weak who fall first in battle.
It's always the weak who fall first in battle.
Their Order dictates that it must die in battle.

Alternatives:

during battle
engaged in battle
fighting in battle
in combat
in conflict

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