battle

An energetic attempt to achieve something.

“he fought a battle for recognition”

An open clash between two opposing groups (or individuals).

“police tried to control the battle between the pro- and anti-abortion mobs”

A hostile meeting of opposing military forces in the course of a war.

“Grant won a decisive victory in the battle of Chickamauga”

Battle or contend against in or as if in a battle.

“they battled over the budget”