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battle cry

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battle cry

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

Origin:
1805–15
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battle cry  
n.  
  1. A rallying cry uttered in combat, especially while attacking.

  2. A slogan used by the proponents of a cause.

The American Heritage® Dictionary of the English Language, Fourth Edition
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