Conflict Resolution Strategies

adjective showing a polite and friendly desire to avoid disagreement and argument

• The two parties reached an amicable agreement after thorough negotiations.
• They ended their relationship on amicable terms and remained friends.
• They decided to part ways but kept it amicable.
• The sun and the moon had an amicable arrangement to take turns in the sky.

verb to avoid talking about something directly or to talk about something without making much progress

• During the meeting, the speaker did not beat about the bush and went straight to the main points.
• Stop beating about the bush and just tell me what you want.
• Quit beating around the bush and get to the point.
• She beat about the topic for hours without really addressing the issue at hand.

adjective demonstrating aggression and willingness to fight

• The bellicose nation declared war on its neighboring country.
• He's always so bellicose whenever someone disagrees with him.
• Don't mess with him, he's a real bellicose dude.
• The storm clouds gathered overhead, looking bellicose and ready to unleash their fury.

noun Civility - the formal politeness and courtesy in behavior or speech.

adjective Civility - (not applicable)

• Civility is an important aspect of diplomatic relations between countries.
• We should all strive to maintain civility in our interactions with others.
• Showing some civility can go a long way in resolving conflicts peacefully.
• In the battlefield of ideas, civility is the armor that protects us from unnecessary aggression.

adjective willing to please others; obliging

• The complaisant employee always went above and beyond to fulfill all of his boss's requests.
• She's so complaisant, always saying yes to whatever anyone asks of her.
• I can't stand how complaisant he is, always trying to please everyone.
• The complaisant sea gently lapped at the shore, eager to accommodate the incoming tide.

verb to disband or release from military service

• The government decided to demobilize the military troops after the conflict ended.
• They're going to demobilize the soldiers once they're back home.
• Let's demobilize the crew and head out for some drinks.
• It's time to demobilize the negative thoughts and focus on the positive.

noun a disagreement or argument about something

verb to argue or debate about something

• The two parties are currently in a legal dispute over the ownership of the property.
• There's a big dispute going on between the neighbors about the noise levels at night.
• I heard there was a dispute between those two guys at the bar last night.
• The artist's painting sparked a dispute among art critics about its true meaning.

adjective Exerting influence or control in a bossy or arrogant manner

• The CEO's domineering behavior made it difficult for employees to voice their opinions.
• My domineering boss always wants things done her way.
• She's so domineering, always acting like she's the boss of everyone.
• The storm's domineering presence loomed over the small town, causing fear and chaos.

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

verb a word that expresses an action, occurrence, or state of being

adjective a word that describes or modifies a noun or pronoun

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

• I kindly ask that you drop the subject as it is not relevant to our discussion.
• Can we please drop the subject? I don't want to talk about it anymore.
• Let's just drop the subject, it's getting boring.
• It's time to drop the subject and move on to more important matters.

adjective Even tempered is used to describe someone who remains calm and composed in all situations.

• The professor is known for being even tempered in all situations.
• My dad is so even tempered, he never gets angry.
• I wish I could be as chill and even tempered as my dog.
• Her even tempered demeanor was like a calming breeze in the midst of chaos.

adjective honest and direct in speech or action; straightforward

• The CEO was known for her forthright communication style during board meetings.
• I appreciate your forthright opinion on the matter.
• She's always so forthright, never beats around the bush.
• His forthright approach to life led him to many opportunities.

noun the quality of being open, honest, and direct in speech or action

• Her frankness in expressing her opinions often made others uncomfortable.
• I appreciate your frankness in telling me the truth.
• I can always count on Sarah for some real talk and frankness.
• The novel's characters spoke with a refreshing frankness that brought the story to life.

noun a mutual exchange of concessions or compromises

adjective involving compromise or mutual concession

• Negotiations require a certain level of give-and-take in order to reach a mutually beneficial agreement.
• In any relationship, there has to be some give-and-take to make things work.
• If you want to get along with your roommate, you have to be willing to do some give-and-take.
• Life is all about give-and-take, you can't expect to receive without giving something in return.

noun a person who constantly complains or grumbles

• The grumbler in the office always has something negative to say about the company's policies.
• Don't be such a grumbler, just enjoy the party.
• The grumbler at the bar wouldn't stop complaining about the service.
• She was known as the grumbler of the family, always finding fault in everything.

adjective not easily excited or disturbed

• The CEO remained imperturbable during the heated board meeting.
• No matter what happens, she always stays imperturbable.
• Even with all the chaos around him, he was totally imperturbable.
• His mind was like an imperturbable lake, reflecting only calmness and clarity.

noun a person who acts as a mediator or intermediary

• The intermediator facilitated communication between the two parties during the negotiation process.
• The intermediator helped smooth things over between the two friends after their argument.
• The intermediator was like a middleman, making sure everyone was on the same page.
• The intermediator acted as a bridge, connecting the two sides and helping them reach a resolution.

adjective describing something that causes fear or nervousness; frightening

• The new project manager has a very intimidating presence in meetings.
• I find his stare quite intimidating, to be honest.
• She's got this intimidating vibe that makes everyone nervous.
• The towering skyscrapers of the city can be quite intimidating to newcomers.

noun a feeling of annoyance or irritation

verb to irritate, annoy, or bother someone

• The constant interruptions during the meeting began to irk the CEO.
• It really irks me when people chew loudly.
• Her constant complaining really irks me.
• The way she always takes credit for other people's work really irks me.

noun the quality or state of being irresolute; indecision

• The board's irresolution on the matter led to further delays in the project.
• Her irresolution about which movie to watch caused us to miss the showtime.
• Stop with the irresolution and just make a decision already!
• His irresolution in matters of the heart left him feeling lost and confused.

adjective having or displaying an excessively critical point of view

• It is important to avoid being overly judgmental when evaluating others.
• Don't be so judgmental all the time, try to see things from different perspectives.
• Stop being so judgy, it's not a good look.
• Her judgmental attitude was like a dark cloud hanging over the conversation.

noun a person who acts as though they know everything and is often annoyingly boastful about it

• The professor was often perceived as a know-it-all due to his extensive knowledge in the subject.
• My coworker is such a know-it-all, always correcting everyone during meetings.
• Don't be such a know-it-all, no one likes a show-off.
• She acted like a know-it-all when it came to fashion, always giving unsolicited advice to others.

noun a joint of a finger when the fist is clenched

verb to submit or yield to pressure or authority

• He refused to knuckle under to the demands of the opposition party.
• She won't knuckle under to anyone, no matter how powerful they are.
• I'm not going to knuckle under to that bully!
• Sometimes it's better to knuckle under and avoid unnecessary conflict.

noun a region in Western Asia and North Africa, including countries such as Iran, Iraq, Israel, Jordan, Lebanon, Saudi Arabia, Syria, and Turkey

• The Middle East is known for its rich history and diverse cultures.
• Have you ever been to the Middle East? It's such an interesting place.
• I heard the food in the Middle East is bomb!
• The political situation in the Middle East is like a powder keg waiting to explode.

adjective a feeling of being slightly annoyed or offended

• She was quite miffed when she found out her proposal was rejected.
• I could tell he was miffed when he didn't get the promotion he wanted.
• She was totally miffed about not being invited to the party.
• His ego was miffed after losing the game.

adjective talkative in a rude or impudent way

• She was reprimanded by her teacher for being too mouthy during class discussions.
• My little brother can be so mouthy when he doesn't get his way.
• Don't be so mouthy with me, I'm not in the mood for your attitude.
• His mouthy behavior was a clear sign of his insecurity and need for attention.

noun a person who mutters, speaks in a low, indistinct tone

• The mutterer in the back of the room was asked to speak up so everyone could hear.
• I couldn't make out what the mutterer was saying during the meeting.
• The mutterer over there is always grumbling about something.
• She was known as the mutterer of the family, always whispering comments under her breath.

noun a feeling of agreement or harmony between people

adjective shared or common between two or more parties

• Effective communication is essential in building mutual understanding between colleagues.
• We need to make sure everyone is on the same page to have mutual understanding.
• Let's get on the same wavelength so we can have mutual understanding.
• Just like two puzzle pieces fitting perfectly together, mutual understanding creates harmony in relationships.

noun a person who constantly finds fault or complains

verb to annoy or irritate by persistent faultfinding, complaints, or demands

• She continued to nag him about completing his work on time.
• My mom always nags me to clean my room.
• Stop nagging me, I'll get it done eventually.
• The thought of failure nagged at the back of his mind.

noun the state or condition of not being involved in something

• The company policy emphasizes noninvolvement in any political activities.
• She prefers noninvolvement in office gossip.
• I'm all about that noninvolvement life.
• His noninvolvement in the project spoke volumes about his lack of interest.

adjective describing something that does not involve violence or harm

• The nonviolent protest was organized by a group of activists seeking social change.
• I prefer to resolve conflicts in a nonviolent way.
• Let's keep it chill and nonviolent, okay?
• His words were a nonviolent weapon in the battle for justice.

noun a thing that incites or provokes someone, especially deliberately

adjective provocative

• The diplomat warned against any provocation that could escalate tensions between the two countries.
• Don't let his words be a provocation for you to lose your temper.
• She just can't resist a good provocation to start an argument.
• His silence was a provocation in itself, causing everyone to wonder what he was thinking.

verb to arrange or adjust something in a straight or orderly manner

adverb in a straight or orderly manner

• The teacher had to put straight the misunderstanding between the students.
• I had to put straight my messy room before my parents came home.
• She told him to put straight his attitude or she would leave him.
• The therapist helped her put straight her thoughts and emotions after the traumatic event.

adjective capable of being resolved or settled; solvable

• The issue at hand is easily resolvable with the right approach.
• Don't worry, this problem is totally resolvable.
• No sweat, we can totally resolve this.
• Like pieces of a puzzle, the situation is resolvable with some effort.

noun a place or a facility where people go for relaxation or recreation

verb to turn to or make use of a strategy or course of action, especially as a last resort

• In times of crisis, it is important for governments to exhaust all options before resorting to extreme measures.
• I had to resort to asking my parents for money when I couldn't find a job.
• When my car broke down, I had to resort to bumming a ride from my friend.
• Instead of resorting to violence, try to find a peaceful solution to your problems.

noun something that has the ability to restore health, strength, or a feeling of well-being

adjective having the ability to restore health, strength, or a feeling of well-being

• The restorative effects of yoga have been well-documented in scientific studies.
• I find gardening to be really restorative after a long day at work.
• Dude, that nap was so restorative, I feel like a new person!
• Reading a good book can be restorative for the soul.

adjective pertaining to or characteristic of a schismatic or schism; promoting schism

• The schismatical group broke away from the main church due to doctrinal differences.
• The schismatical folks down the street started their own church last year.
• I heard those schismatical guys are causing a lot of drama in the community.
• The schismatical rift in the family caused a divide that was hard to mend.

noun a word that functions as the name of a specific thing or set of things, such as 'difference'

verb a word used to describe an action, state, or occurrence, such as 'split'

article a word that is used with a noun to specify grammatical definiteness of the noun, such as 'the'

• After much negotiation, the two parties agreed to split the difference and settle on a compromise.
• Let's just split the difference and call it a day.
• We can split the diff and meet in the middle.
• Sometimes in life, you have to split the difference between what you want and what is practical.

noun a word that functions as the name of a person, place, thing, or idea

verb a word used to describe an action, state, or occurrence

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

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

• He tried to squirm out of taking responsibility for the mistake.
• She always tries to squirm out of doing her chores.
• He's always looking for ways to squirm out of paying his share.
• The politician tried to squirm out of answering the tough questions during the debate.

noun the act of subduing or the state of being subdued

adjective relating to the act of subduing

• The police used subdual techniques to apprehend the suspect without causing harm.
• The security guard quickly performed a subdual move to stop the fight.
• The bouncer used some serious subdual skills to break up the bar fight.
• Her subdual of the opponent's arguments during the debate was impressive.

noun a word used to identify any of a class of people, places, or things

verb a word used to describe an action, state, or occurrence

adjective a word naming an attribute of a noun, such as sweet, red, or technical

adverb a word or phrase that modifies or qualifies an adjective, verb, or other adverb

preposition a word governing, and usually preceding, a noun or pronoun and expressing a relation to another word or element in the clause

article a word that is used with a noun to specify grammatical definiteness of the noun, and in some languages extending to volume or numerical scope

• During the meeting, the manager decided to take aside the employee to discuss their performance.
• I need to take you aside for a minute to talk about something important.
• Let's take him aside and spill the tea on what really happened.
• Sometimes we need to take ourselves aside and reflect on our actions.

adjective easily irritated or annoyed; irritable

• The professor became testy when students repeatedly asked questions that were already covered in the lecture.
• My mom gets testy when I forget to take out the trash.
• Don't be so testy, I was just joking around.
• The relationship between the two countries has been testy for years, with tensions constantly simmering.

noun a verb used to describe the action of pushing something to the side forcefully

adverb modifies the verb 'thrust' by indicating the manner in which something is pushed aside

• The security guard thrust aside the protestors to clear a path for the dignitaries.
• She just thrust aside all the clutter on the table to make space for her laptop.
• He just thrust aside all the haters and kept on doing his thing.
• Despite facing many obstacles, she thrust aside her doubts and pursued her dreams.

verb to act in a subservient manner; to submit or yield to someone else's wishes or demands

• The politician refused to truckle to the demands of the special interest groups.
• I won't truckle to my boss just because he's in a bad mood.
• She's always truckling to the popular kids at school.
• It's important to stand up for what you believe in and not truckle to peer pressure.

adjective describing someone who is lacking in assertiveness or confidence

• She was often perceived as unassertive in meetings, rarely speaking up to share her ideas.
• He's a bit unassertive when it comes to making decisions, always asking others for their opinions.
• Don't be so unassertive, man! Stand up for yourself and speak your mind.
• The unassertive clouds hovered in the sky, unwilling to release any rain.

noun the act of reversing or stopping something that has been done

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adjective none

adverb none

pronoun none

preposition none

conjunction none

interjection none

article none

• The scientist realized the gravity of his undoing when his experiment resulted in a catastrophic failure.
• She knew she was in for some serious undoing when she accidentally deleted the important file.
• He's always getting himself into some kind of undoing with his reckless behavior.
• Her undoing was not realizing the consequences of her actions until it was too late.

adjective describing a lack of assistance or support

• The unhelpful attitude of the customer service representative did not resolve my issue.
• It was really unhelpful of him to cancel our plans last minute.
• Her response was so unhelpful, like she didn't even care.
• The dark clouds looming overhead were unhelpful for our picnic plans.

noun a conflict or struggle between opposing forces or nations

verb to engage in or carry on a war

• The country decided to wage war against its neighboring nation.
• They're really gearing up to wage war on that issue.
• Let's go wage war on those final exams!
• Sometimes it feels like my allergies are waging war on my sinuses.

noun the action of shouting or raising one's voice in a loud manner

• The teacher was yelling at the students for not completing their homework on time.
• My mom was yelling at me to clean my room before my friends came over.
• Why are you yelling at me for no reason?
• The thunderstorm was so loud, it sounded like the sky was yelling at us.

noun a person who always agrees with their superiors or with people in authority, often to gain favor or advantage

• He was often criticized for surrounding himself with yes men who never challenged his decisions.
• I can't stand being around a yes man who agrees with everything I say.
• Don't be a yes man and just go along with whatever they tell you.
• Being a yes man may seem like the easy way out, but it's important to stand up for what you believe in.

noun A formal document that outlines the terms and conditions agreed upon by both parties

• The company agreed to a consent decree to settle the lawsuit.
• The company had to sign a consent decree to end the legal battle.
• The company was forced to comply with a consent decree to wrap up the case.
• Signing the consent decree was like closing a chapter in the company's history.

noun a word that functions as the name of a specific person, place, thing, or idea

verb an action word that expresses an act, occurrence, or mode of being

adjective a word that describes or modifies a noun or pronoun

adverb a word that modifies a verb, adjective, or other adverb

pronoun a word that can function by itself as a noun phrase and that refers either to the participants in the discourse (e.g., I, you) or to someone or something mentioned elsewhere in the discourse (e.g., she, it)

article a word that is used with a noun to indicate the type of reference being made by the noun

• She gave him evils when he arrived late to the meeting.
• She was giving him evils the whole time they were talking.
• She was totally giving him evils for no reason.
• The storm clouds gave the town evils as they approached.

noun a person who is fully grown or developed

adjective having reached full size and strength; mature

preposition in the room

• During the meeting, it was clear that he was the most mature adult in the room.
• When it comes to decision-making, she's definitely the grown-up in the room.
• He's the real adult in the room when it comes to handling conflicts.
• In a room full of chaos, she always manages to be the grown-up and keep things under control.

noun anthill

verb make

preposition out of

article an

• It is not advisable to make a mountain out of an anthill when dealing with minor issues in the workplace.
• Don't make a mountain out of an anthill over such a small matter.
• Why are you making a mountain out of an anthill about this?
• She tends to make a mountain out of an anthill when it comes to simple tasks.

noun a process of manipulating election results by removing certain groups of voters from the electoral roll

• The government has been accused of engaging in electoral cleansing to manipulate election outcomes.
• Some people believe there's a lot of electoral cleansing going on behind the scenes.
• I heard they're pulling some shady electoral cleansing to rig the election.
• The party's tactics were like a form of electoral cleansing, eliminating any opposition in their path.

noun a person's manner of walking

verb to retrace one's steps

adverb in a manner that involves retracing steps

• After realizing his mistake, he had to walk back his previous statement during the meeting.
• I had to walk back what I said earlier because I was wrong.
• She had to walk back her trash talk when she found out she was going to face her opponent in the next round.
• It's never easy to walk back on a promise, but sometimes it's necessary for personal growth.

noun a legal process in which a couple works together with trained professionals to resolve disputes and reach a settlement without going to court

• In cases of high conflict, many couples opt for a collaborative divorce process to reach a mutually beneficial agreement.
• My friend and his ex-wife decided to go for a collaborative divorce instead of fighting it out in court.
• I heard they're going for a friendly divorce, like a collaborative thing or whatever.
• Choosing a collaborative divorce is like peacefully parting ways with a shared goal of moving forward amicably.

adverb in a harsh or rough manner

• The professor spoke abrasively to the students during the lecture.
• She always talks abrasively when she's in a bad mood.
• He was being so abrasively rude to the waiter at the restaurant.
• Her words cut through the conversation abrasively, leaving a tense atmosphere.

noun the quality of being accommodating or willing to adjust to the needs of others

• Her accommodativeness towards new ideas helped foster a collaborative work environment.
• I appreciate your accommodativeness in adjusting the meeting time to accommodate everyone's schedule.
• His accommodativeness in letting us crash at his place last minute was really cool.
• The tree's accommodativeness in providing shade for all who sought refuge underneath it was a symbol of its generosity.

noun a person or thing that acknowledges or confesses

verb to admit the existence, truth, or reality of something

• It is important to acknows the contributions of all team members in a project.
• Don't forget to acknows your friends for helping you move into your new apartment.
• I always make sure to acknows my squad for having my back.
• The artist's masterpiece acknows the beauty of nature in a unique way.

noun Acoli is a noun referring to an ethnic group in northern Uganda and South Sudan.

• The Acoli people are an ethnic group in Uganda and South Sudan.
• My friend is learning the Acoli language to connect with his roots.
• I heard that Acoli cuisine is really tasty.
• The Acoli culture is like a treasure trove of traditions and stories.

noun a state of not taking sides in a conflict or disagreement, but actively working to promote peace or resolution

adjective describing a state of being actively neutral or impartial

• The country's foreign policy is based on active neutrality, allowing it to maintain good relations with all neighboring nations.
• The government's stance of active neutrality means they try to stay out of conflicts between other countries.
• Some people think active neutrality is just a fancy way of saying 'minding your own business.'
• In a world full of chaos, practicing active neutrality can be like finding a peaceful oasis in the middle of a storm.