The path to the front was open, for the quick outside battle had not reached the house front.

That was why to-night's task summed itself into more than a quick battle.

The two southern outposts were taken in a quick battle, after which the defenses crumpled.

Then would come quick battle that should result in a solid mop-up.

Clément died on January 26, 2011 after a quick but deadly battle with cancer.

Although he hoped for a quick, decisive battle, Grant was prepared to fight a war of attrition.

The Shadow stood between two killers, with quick battle as his only hope for life.

By the time he did this, the quick battle had been decided.

Martha is chased back to her home where she engages in a quick battle with Faith.

Thus the table was turned on this boy who had sought a quick battle.