conflict

Example Sentences

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The airline industry is grappling with rising costs, as a result of the Iran conflict.

From Barron's • Apr. 3, 2026

Carter feared conflict above all and even opposed sanctions.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 3, 2026

While Iran has said "non-hostile vessels" can use the waterway, the ongoing conflict - in which several ships have been attacked - has halted normal transport activity.

From BBC • Apr. 3, 2026

Agriculture sector representatives are due in Brussels for talks with the European Commission on April 13, as many complain the conflict risks plunging an already strained industry into a deeper crisis.

From Barron's • Apr. 3, 2026

Although he was too young to be involved directly in the Civil War, the repercussions of the conflict did affect Hooke.

From "The Scientists" by John Gribbin