A battle -- a prolonged combat involving large armies.
An engagement -- may refer to a general encounter between armies, or a minor encounter between smaller forces.
A skirmish -- a small encounter usually incidental to a larger military movement
An action -- active, frequently sharp, offensive and defensive movements.
An affair -- refers to a fight.
Similar meanings are expressed in reconnaissance, expedition, and scout
A reconnaissance or scout -- an examination of a territory to gain information.
An expedition -- a journey for a specific purpose.
An operation -- a complete military action or mission of some kind
A demonstration -- an exhibition of force
A siege -- a continued attempt to gain possession of a place.
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Dos Become acquainted with other participants Allow everyone an opportunity to participate Accept and acknowledge the ideas of all group members Listen attentively to what each member has to say Listen to alternate points of view |
Don'ts Don't preach or teach Don't take sides Don't push people to participate before they feel ready Don’t embarrass any member Don’t hog the spotlight |
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