skirmishes

the soldiers engaged in skirmishes along the border.

skirmishes broke out between the rival factions.

they often had skirmishes during the training exercises.

the skirmishes lasted for several weeks.

after the skirmishes, a ceasefire was declared.

both sides suffered losses in the skirmishes.

the skirmishes were a prelude to a larger conflict.

local forces are preparing for potential skirmishes.

skirmishes often occur in disputed territories.

the commander reported the skirmishes to higher authorities.