Conflict:

Noun:

1. A serious disagreement or argument, typically a protracted one.
2. A state of opposition between ideas, interests, or principles.

Verb:

1. To be incompatible or at variance; to clash.

Prepositions:

• “Between” (conflict between parties/ideas)
• “With” (conflict with someone/something)

Collocations:

• Conflict resolution, conflict management, conflict of interest, armed conflict.

Example Sentences:

1. The two countries are in a conflict over territorial boundaries.
2. There is a conflict of interest between his roles as an investor and advisor.
3. They resolved the conflict through mediation and compromise.
4. The conflict escalated into a full-scale war between the neighboring states.
5. He experienced an internal conflict over whether to accept the job offer.
6. The conflict between tradition and innovation was evident in the debate.
7. They are trying to avoid conflict in their negotiations with the union.
8. The conflict arose from misunderstandings and differing expectations.
9. The conflict between siblings over the inheritance lasted for years.
10. The novel explores the conflict between duty and personal ambition.
11. The conflict of opinions led to a heated debate in the meeting.
12. She felt torn by the conflict between loyalty to her family and pursuing her dreams.
13. The conflict between management and labor resulted in a strike.
14. They are in conflict over how to allocate the budget for the project.
15. The conflict between environmental conservation and economic development is a global challenge.
16. The resolution failed due to a conflict of interests among stakeholders.
17. The conflict between generations is evident in their differing attitudes towards technology.
18. The conflict between the characters drives the plot of the novel.
19. He is conflicted about whether to continue his studies or pursue a career.
20. The conflict with his boss led to his decision to resign from the company.
21. The conflict between ethics and profit motives is a recurring theme in business ethics.
22. The conflict with the landlord arose over maintenance issues in the apartment.
23. They engaged in conflict resolution training to improve teamwork.
24. The conflict over the budget allocation delayed the project timeline.
25. The conflict within the party led to factions forming among members.
26. The conflict with neighboring countries has strained diplomatic relations.
27. The conflict of ideas sparked intense discussions among scholars.
28. They are facing a conflict between honoring their commitments and prioritizing new projects.
29. The conflict between urban development and preserving historical sites is a contentious issue.
30. The conflict of ideologies shaped the outcome of the political debate.
31. The conflict between the characters adds depth to the storyline.
32. The conflict with suppliers over pricing led to renegotiations.
33. They experienced conflict in their relationship due to differing priorities.
34. The conflict between personal values and societal norms influences decision-making.
35. The conflict of perspectives highlights the complexity of the issue.
36. The conflict between local communities and mining companies is ongoing.
37. She seeks conflict resolution strategies to address the team’s communication challenges.
38. The conflict between academic freedom and institutional policies is debated in universities.
39. The conflict with competitors spurred innovations in product development.
40. The conflict of opinions among jurors delayed the verdict.
41. The conflict between neighbors over property boundaries escalated into a legal dispute.
42. The conflict with management over work conditions led to union negotiations.
43. They discussed conflict management strategies to prevent future disagreements.
44. The conflict between the characters reflects broader social tensions.
45. The conflict over resource allocation affected the project’s timeline.
46. The conflict with her values prompted her to reconsider her career path.
47. They are navigating a conflict between short-term profitability and long-term sustainability.
48. The conflict between artistic vision and commercial viability shaped the film’s production.
49. The conflict of personalities in the team impacted their ability to collaborate effectively.
50. The conflict between theory and practice influences educational policies.