in conflict
idiom
1
: different in a way that prevents agreement
They're in conflict over which car to buy.
—usually + withThe law is in conflict with the state's constitution.
Her ideas were in direct conflict with those of her professor.
2
: in a struggle for power, property, etc.
The two clans were in constant conflict (with one another).
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In the memo, which was obtained by CBS News, Rubio wrote that Khalil's role in protests on the campus of Columbia University is in conflict with American foreign policy objectives.
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Katrina Kaufman, CBS News, 10 Apr. 2025
The bonuses, paid in summer 2024, were rescinded when they were found to be in conflict with state law.
—Tom Layberger, Forbes, 24 Mar. 2025
Researchers highlight the importance of shifting from blame to curiosity in conflict resolution.
—Mark Travers, Forbes, 25 Mar. 2025
The two are in conflict with each other at the start of season and Joel is seeing a therapist, played by Catherine O’Hara.
—Kirsten Chuba, The Hollywood Reporter, 25 Mar. 2025
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Katrina Kaufman, CBS News, 10 Apr. 2025
The bonuses, paid in summer 2024, were rescinded when they were found to be in conflict with state law.
—Tom Layberger, Forbes, 24 Mar. 2025
Researchers highlight the importance of shifting from blame to curiosity in conflict resolution.
—Mark Travers, Forbes, 25 Mar. 2025
The two are in conflict with each other at the start of season and Joel is seeing a therapist, played by Catherine O’Hara.
—Kirsten Chuba, The Hollywood Reporter, 25 Mar. 2025
See All Example Sentences for in conflict
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“In conflict.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/in%20conflict. Accessed 17 Apr. 2025.
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