in conflict

phrase

1

: different in a way that prevents agreement

They're in conflict over which car to buy.

—usually + with

The 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).

Examples of in conflict in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

That prompted Nagasaki to set a policy of inviting countries, regions and organizations that have diplomatic missions in Japan or at the United Nations, including North Korea and countries in conflict. — ABC News, 10 Aug. 2026

Nearly 90 industry partners are participating in Northern Strike, according to Wagh, allowing troops to work with developing capabilities before potentially encountering them in conflict. — Olivianna Calmes, FOXNews.com, 9 Aug. 2026

The bottom line is that Amazon and brand building are not in conflict. — Usman Ilyas, Forbes.com, 31 July 2026

Trump has sought to wind down the war, signing a preliminary peace deal in June, but fighting picked back up this month as the two sides remain in conflict over the Strait of Hormuz. — Zac Anderson, USA Today, 30 July 2026

Rhymes for in conflict

• contradict
• derelict
• interdict
• addict
• afflict
• constrict
• delict
• depict
• evict
• handpicked
• inflict
• predict