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hostilities

NOUN

war

Synonyms

STRONGEST

battle bloodshed combat conflict fighting hostility strife strike struggle warfare

STRONG

contention contest enmity

WEAK

cold war police action

Antonyms

STRONGEST

accord harmony peace surrender truce

STRONG

friendship good will kindness

WEAK

cease-fire

NOUN

warfare

Synonyms

STRONGEST

battle campaigning clash combat competition discord fighting rivalry strife struggle war

STRONG

arms blows contest counterinsurgency emulation strategy striving tug-of-war

WEAK

armed struggle military operation passage of arms

Antonyms

STRONGEST

ceasefire peace surrender truce

WEAK

harmony

Example Sentences

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Also like 1990, prices started rising before the war started, and were already above the 200-DMA when hostilities began.

From MarketWatch • May 11, 2026

Trump said in a Truth Social post that the halt in hostilities will begin Saturday and carry on through the weekend.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 8, 2026

After the talks, Wang called for an end to hostilities and for both countries to reopen the Strait of Hormuz "as soon as possible," his ministry said.

From Barron's • May 6, 2026

"China believes that achieving a comprehensive ceasefire is an urgent priority, while reopening hostilities would be even more undesirable," said Wang Yi, according to a readout by state media.

From BBC • May 6, 2026

Harry had the impression that the Minister was wondering whether it was worthwhile opening hostilities this early.

From "Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows" by J.K. Rowling

hostilities

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