Fightingspill
Fightingspill is a term used in conflict studies and media discourse to describe a pattern in which an initial confrontation triggers a cascade of violence and disorder that extends beyond the original participants. The phenomenon involves spillover into bystander groups, neighboring venues, or subsequent events, and it may be magnified by social networks, live reporting, and post-event commentary.
Etymology and usage: It is a portmanteau of fighting and spill, and has appeared in academic writings,
Characteristics: Core elements include a trigger event, rapid escalation, and diffusion through social or physical space.
Contexts and applications: Fightingspill has been discussed in the analysis of sports-related brawls, political protests, and
Criticism: Some scholars argue the term is imprecise and overlaps with existing concepts such as escalation,