边境巡逻队之间的小规模冲突没有造成重大伤亡。

The ___skirmishes between border patrols resulted in no major casualties.

他们在会议中发生了几次小争执，但很快就被平息了。

There were a few ___skirmishes during the meeting, but they were quickly resolved.

比赛刚开始时的几次小交锋让球员们逐渐进入了状态。

The early ___skirmishes in the game helped the players warm up and find their rhythm.