turf war (n)

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type n
lex_filenum 04
def a bitter struggle for territory or power or control or rights
examples a turf war erupted between street gangs
the president's resignation was the result of a turf war with the board of directors
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Hypernym conflict, struggle, battle
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Hyponym conflict, struggle, battle

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