CEFR C1

hostilities

noun

Meaning

Acts of warfare; fighting or conflict between opposing forces or nations, usually referring to a state of war.

Examples

The ceasefire agreement aimed to end all hostilities along the border.
Despite the declaration of war, full-scale hostilities did not begin for several weeks.

Synonyms: conflict, fighting, warfare, combat

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hostilities (C1)

noun

Pronunciation: /hɒˈstɪlɪtiz/

Definition

Acts of warfare; fighting or conflict between opposing forces or nations, usually referring to a state of war.

Examples

The ceasefire agreement aimed to end all hostilities along the border.
Despite the declaration of war, full-scale hostilities did not begin for several weeks.
Diplomats worked tirelessly to prevent the outbreak of hostilities in the region.

How to Use hostilities

end hostilities (collocation): To stop fighting or conflict. — "The UN resolution called on all parties to immediately end hostilities."
engage in hostilities (collocation): To participate in armed conflict. — "Neither country wished to engage in hostilities, preferring a diplomatic solution."

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