The power struggle
Example: The power struggle between the two kingdoms lasted decades.
Definition
"The power struggle" refers to a conflict or competition between individuals, groups, or nations seeking to gain control, influence, or authority over one another. It often involves attempts to assert dominance, especially in political or social contexts, as seen in historical rivalries.
Etymology
The phrase "the power struggle" combines "power," from the Old French 'povoir' meaning ability or capacity, and "struggle," from the Old English 'strugglian,' meaning to make strenuous efforts. Together, they describe a contest or fight for control or authority. Did you know that "power struggle" became popular especially in political discourse to describe ongoing conflicts for dominance?
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"The power struggle" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - History - (B2) - set 1", containing 210 commonly used words.
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