noun
active resistance or opposition; conflict or war
adjective
of or relating to acts of war or conflict
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The peace talks were held in an attempt to de-escalate hostilities between the two countries.
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The feud between the neighbors has only fueled more hostilities.
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Things got heated and soon there were hostilities all around.
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The tension in the room was so thick, it felt like hostilities could break out at any moment.