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battle cry

noun

a cry or shout of troops in battle.
the phrase or slogan used in any contest or campaign.

battle cry

noun

a shout uttered by soldiers going into battle
a slogan used to rally the supporters of a campaign, movement, etc

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Word History and Origins

Origin of battle cry¹

First recorded in 1805–15

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About a year ago, “We won’t go back” became a battle cry, and look how that turned out.

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Overhauling “forest management,” especially in California, is a frequent battle cry for Trump and his allies.

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Right-wing troll battle cries meant to trigger perceived adversaries are, in effect, punchlines.

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�� was meant to be an insult took less than a minute to become a battle cry.

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Yes, we remember battle cries and promises of vengeance, but most often audiences cling to lines that resonate because they acknowledge the seriousness of the situation with the most human of reactions: cracking a joke.

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