Conflict meaning in English

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Definition

to conflict (with someone): to clash, to differ, to be incompatible, to disagree (with someone) verb

a conflict: a dispute, a difference, an opposition; a battle, a war, a fight, a clash noun

Examples

"Scared of conflict and trees."
"Moira : Apparently, for certain groups, the existence of dinosaurs conflicts with their own creation theories, like the story of Adam and Eve for example."

Exercise 1

Choose the TRUE statements from the list below according to the dialogue.

There may be more than one correct answer!

Mr. Laughsalot says that the Delavigne staff has interpersonal problems which haven't yet been resolved.

Icarus Quincy has been declared the winner of the competition.

According to Mr. Laughsalot, conflict can sometimes be a good thing.

Mr. Laughsalot wonders if he'll be compensated for organizing this event.

Choose the TRUE statements from the list below according to the dialogue.

There may be more than one correct answer!

Mr. Laughsalot says that the Delavigne staff has interpersonal problems which haven't yet been resolved.

This statement is true. When Lawrence says that the group has "unresolved issues" he means that the group has interpersonal problems which haven't yet been addressed or resolved. An "issue" in this context refers to a problem.

Icarus Quincy has been declared the winner of the competition.

This is correct. Icarus Quincy asks Lawrence to declare a winner. Lawrence responds by declaring Icarus the winner of the competition and awarding him a fruit basket.

According to Mr. Laughsalot, conflict can sometimes be a good thing.

This statement is true. Laughsalot says that a little "friction" can create a more positive work environment. "Friction" is synonymous with "conflict" in this context.

Mr. Laughsalot wonders if he'll be compensated for organizing this event.

This statement is false. Lawrence says that he is getting paid for organizing this event. This is a certainty--Lawrence is not questioning whether or not he will be paid.

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