CEFR C1

parley

noun

Meaning

A discussion or conference between opposing sides in a conflict, especially one intended to reach a truce or settlement.

Examples

The warring factions agreed to a brief parley to discuss the exchange of prisoners.
After days of intense fighting, the commanders finally met to parley in a neutral tent.

Synonyms: talk, discussion, negotiation, conference, parley

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parley (C1)

noun

Pronunciation: /ˈpɑːrli/

Definition

A discussion or conference between opposing sides in a conflict, especially one intended to reach a truce or settlement.

Examples

The warring factions agreed to a brief parley to discuss the exchange of prisoners.
After days of intense fighting, the commanders finally met to parley in a neutral tent.
Both sides were wary, but the parley offered a rare chance to avoid further bloodshed.

Synonyms of parley

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