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Synonyms for conflict

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noun · an open clash between two opposing groups (or individuals)

“the harder the conflict, the more glorious the triumph”

noun · a hostile meeting of opposing military forces in the course of a war

“Grant won a decisive victory in the battle of Chattanooga”

noun · a disagreement or argument about something important

“he had a dispute with his wife”

disputedifferencedifference of opinion
verb · go against, as of rules and laws

“He ran afoul of the law”