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to conflict
01
(of two ideas, opinions, etc.) to oppose each other
Intransitive: to conflict with sth | to conflict
Examples
His personal beliefs often conflict with the principles of his profession, leading to internal struggles.
Conflict
01
a disagreement or argument over something important
Examples
She avoided conflict by compromising early.
1.1
an open clash or struggle between opposing groups or individuals
1.2
a hostile encounter between armed forces during a war
Examples
The soldiers engaged in a brief conflict at the border.
1.3
tension or opposition between two simultaneous, incompatible feelings
Examples
He felt a conflict between loyalty and ambition.
1.4
opposition between characters or forces in a story that drives the plot
Examples
The novel 's central conflict revolves around love and duty.
1.5
an instance of serious opposition between ideas, values, or interests
Examples
The conflict between their differing values created tension in the group.
02
a clash or overlap between dates, times, or scheduled events
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