Thesaurus.com
Dictionary.com
Definitions

conflict

[kuhn-flikt, kon-flikt] / kənˈflɪkt, ˈkɒn flɪkt /




Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

“However, the rising prices of materials, energy, and freight resulting from the conflict in the Middle East since March are having a negative impact, compared to the original assumptions,” K+S wrote in a statement.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 22, 2026

Demand is expected to recover in 2H, assuming the Middle East conflict eases by end-April to mid-May, alongside improving supply chains in the automotive sector.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 22, 2026

David Blevings from the NI Oil Federation told the NI affairs committee that even if the conflict ended immediately it would take time for supply chains to return to normal.

From BBC • Apr. 22, 2026

Higher energy costs, as well as the higher cost of borrowing on international markets since the outbreak of the conflict in February, were weighing heavily, she said.

From Barron's • Apr. 22, 2026

The best way to prevent a conflict with Cadet Mason is to keep your distance, she’d said, like it was easy to do in a class as small as ours.

From "Glitch" by Laura Martin




Vocabulary lists containing conflict