Conflict Management

noun A word that represents a person, place, thing, or idea. In this phrase, 'purposes' is a noun referring to the reasons or intentions behind someone's actions.

adjective A word that describes or modifies a noun. In this phrase, 'cross' is an adjective indicating a situation where two or more things are in opposition or conflict with each other.

preposition A word that shows the relationship between a noun (or pronoun) and other words in a sentence. In this case, 'at' is a preposition indicating a specific location or position.

• The two departments seemed to be working at cross purposes, unable to align their strategies.
• It was clear that they were at cross purposes when they couldn't agree on a plan.
• They were totally at cross purposes, like two ships passing in the night.
• Their relationship was strained, as if they were constantly at cross purposes with each other.

noun a petty argument or dispute

verb engage in a petty argument or dispute

• The board members were engaged in constant bickering over the budget allocation.
• Stop bickering and just get the work done!
• They were just bickering back and forth like a couple of kids.
• The storm clouds overhead seemed to be bickering with each other before the rain started pouring down.

adjective relating to diplomacy or the work of maintaining good relations between the governments of different countries

• The diplomat used diplomatic language to navigate the sensitive negotiations.
• She always knows how to handle tricky situations with a diplomatic approach.
• He's got a way of being super chill and diplomatic at the same time.
• Finding a diplomatic solution to the problem felt like walking on eggshells.

noun a connection, association, or involvement between people or groups

• The company aims to build a strong relationship with its customers through excellent customer service.
• I have a great relationship with my boss, we get along really well.
• My bestie and I have a super tight relationship, we tell each other everything.
• Trust is the foundation of any successful relationship, just like the roots of a tree provide stability.

adjective showing a lack of sensitivity in dealing with others or difficult situations

• His tactless remarks during the meeting offended many of the attendees.
• She always manages to say the most tactless things at the worst times.
• He's known for being a bit of a tactless jerk.
• Her words were like a tactless dagger to his heart.

noun a word that represents a person, place, thing, or idea

verb a word that expresses an action or state of being

adjective a word that describes or modifies a noun or pronoun

adverb a word that modifies or describes a verb, adjective, or another adverb

pronoun a word that takes the place of a noun

preposition a word that shows the relationship between a noun (or pronoun) and other words in a sentence

article a word that specifies a noun as definite or indefinite

• In situations of conflict, it is often advised to turn the other cheek and respond with kindness.
• When someone is rude to you, sometimes it's best to just turn the other cheek and not engage.
• If someone starts drama, just turn the other cheek and walk away.
• Turning the other cheek can be a way to show strength and resilience in the face of adversity.

noun a person or company that provides military services for hire, often to governments or other organizations

adjective describing the type of military contractor as being privately owned or operated

• The government hired a private military contractor to provide security for the embassy.
• My cousin works as a private military contractor overseas.
• Those private military contractors are making big bucks in the war zone.
• She's like a private military contractor, always swooping in to save the day.