

The fray broke out during the protest.
A situation where people fight or argue, often in a chaotic way.
The fray escalated quickly at the game.
He tried to avoid getting caught in the fray.
The fray continued until the police arrived.
get caught in the fray
join the fray
the heat of the fray
conflict
brawl
dispute
The rope began to fray after years of use.
To wear away or become damaged, especially at the edges.
The fabric started to fray after many washes.
Her jeans began to fray at the knees.
The edges of the carpet will fray if not taken care of.
fray at the edges
fray over time
fray under pressure
wear
tear
deteriorate