come into conflict

idiom

1

: to be different in a way that prevents agreement

Unfortunately, their goals for the project came into conflict.

—often + with

There are cases in which these rules come into conflict with one another.

2

: to enter a situation in which there is a struggle for power, property, etc.

—often + with

groups coming into conflict with neighboring tribes

Examples of come into conflict in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

California officials are trying to strike their own delicate balancing act, as renewable energy and conservation increasingly come into conflict. —Sammy Roth, Los Angeles Times, 27 June 2024

And there is doubtlessly some truth to the idea that free speech and inclusivity can come into conflict. —Eric Levitz, Vox, 15 May 2024

And because each child belongs to multiple groups, what happens when these identities come into conflict? —Melanie Killen, Scientific American, 16 Apr. 2024

Not surprisingly, however, those two principles come into conflict in the drawing of election districts in areas where Black voters overwhelmingly support Democrats. —David G. Savage, Los Angeles Times, 23 May 2024