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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However, Apollo economist Torsten Slok said policymakers are in a ticklish spot now with inflation still above target and the soft jobs picture, putting the central bank’s dual goals of stable prices and full employment in conflict.
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Jeff Cox, CNBC, 8 Sep. 2025
Warfare is increasingly decentralized and technology-driven, marking the biggest change in conflict since the advent of flight.
—Brian Walsh, Fortune, 7 Sep. 2025
Consumers and producers now view their interests as more directly in conflict.
—Mireya Solís, Foreign Affairs, 1 Sep. 2025
Being in conflict or disagreement.
—Julie Kratz, Forbes.com, 31 Aug. 2025
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Jeff Cox, CNBC, 8 Sep. 2025
Warfare is increasingly decentralized and technology-driven, marking the biggest change in conflict since the advent of flight.
—Brian Walsh, Fortune, 7 Sep. 2025
Consumers and producers now view their interests as more directly in conflict.
—Mireya Solís, Foreign Affairs, 1 Sep. 2025
Being in conflict or disagreement.
—Julie Kratz, Forbes.com, 31 Aug. 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 9 Sep. 2025.
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