in conflict

idiom

1

: different in a way that prevents agreement

They're in conflict over which car to buy.

—usually + with

The law is in conflict with the state's constitution.

Her ideas were in direct conflict with those of her professor.

2

: in a struggle for power, property, etc.

The two clans were in constant conflict (with one another).

Examples of in conflict in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

While deemed necessary for the reduction of GHG emissions, for many activists, the damage caused by the manufacturing and disposal of batteries is in conflict with broader environmental goals. —Jon McGowan, Forbes.com, 30 June 2025

But his stay in the village puts him in conflict with his neighbors, and, more so than in any other film of his, Panahi seems at war with himself. —Tiara Ataii, Vulture, 24 June 2025

Some investors appear to believe there will be a limit to further escalation in conflict between the U.S. and Iran from here, while steadier oil price movements are also calming market jitters. —Ganesh Rao,chloe Taylor,holly Ellyatt, CNBC, 23 June 2025

And will this storyline be in conflict with her potentially dating tableside-guac lady? —Emma Bocchi, Vogue, 6 June 2025

Rhymes for in conflict

• contradict
• derelict
• interdict
• addict
• afflict
• constrict
• delict
• depict
• evict
• handpicked
• inflict
• predict