in conflict
idiom
1
: different in a way that prevents agreement
They're in conflict over which car to buy.
—usually + withThe 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).
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Collaborate in decision-making and cooperate in its implementation, or compete and ultimately be in conflict.
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Letters To The Editor, Orlando Sentinel, 4 Jan. 2025
But leaving that aside: Americans don’t want us in conflict.
—Lulu Garcia-Navarro, New York Times, 4 Jan. 2025
There are many positives of a gap scheme, including allowing offensive linemen to attack defenders who are in conflict due to the misdirection going on in the backfield.
—Cameron Teague Robinson, The Athletic, 31 Dec. 2024
Children in conflict are far more likely to be killed or injured, critically malnourished and out of school.
—Maryanne Murray Buechner, Forbes, 30 Dec. 2024
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Letters To The Editor, Orlando Sentinel, 4 Jan. 2025
But leaving that aside: Americans don’t want us in conflict.
—Lulu Garcia-Navarro, New York Times, 4 Jan. 2025
There are many positives of a gap scheme, including allowing offensive linemen to attack defenders who are in conflict due to the misdirection going on in the backfield.
—Cameron Teague Robinson, The Athletic, 31 Dec. 2024
Children in conflict are far more likely to be killed or injured, critically malnourished and out of school.
—Maryanne Murray Buechner, Forbes, 30 Dec. 2024
See all Example Sentences for in conflict
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“In conflict.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/in%20conflict. Accessed 22 Jan. 2025.
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