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as in war
a lack of agreement or harmony
that troubled household seems to be almost constantly in a state of warfare
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as in rivalry
an earnest effort for superiority or victory over another
companies engaged in constant warfare for dominance in the market for smart phones and tablets
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Recent Examples of warfare
As the mechanics of warfare changed, the home’s work changed.
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Patt Morrison, Los Angeles Times, 6 Dec. 2024
At the same time, warfare has undeniably changed in the 40 years since The Terminator hit theaters.
—Sebastian Elbaum, Foreign Affairs, 6 Dec. 2024
In the short term, Russia will continue to use a wide range of hybrid warfare tools to weaken Western countries and divide their unity.
—David Brennan, ABC News, 5 Dec. 2024
This fall, Palantir signed a new five-year, up to $100 million contract to expand U.S. military access to its Maven AI warfare program.
—Hayden Field, CNBC, 4 Dec. 2024
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Patt Morrison, Los Angeles Times, 6 Dec. 2024
At the same time, warfare has undeniably changed in the 40 years since The Terminator hit theaters.
—Sebastian Elbaum, Foreign Affairs, 6 Dec. 2024
In the short term, Russia will continue to use a wide range of hybrid warfare tools to weaken Western countries and divide their unity.
—David Brennan, ABC News, 5 Dec. 2024
This fall, Palantir signed a new five-year, up to $100 million contract to expand U.S. military access to its Maven AI warfare program.
—Hayden Field, CNBC, 4 Dec. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for warfare
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Presidents have tapped the stockpile to calm oil markets during war or when hurricanes hit oil infrastructure along the U.S. Gulf of Mexico.Gertrude Chavez-Dreyfuss and Lisa Pauline Mattackal, USA TODAY, 17 Dec. 2024
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This year, the 31-meter-tall tree and the decorations dedicated to the Christmas miracle were made possible privately by patrons, without government funds as the war with Russia continues.Cecilia Rodriguez, Forbes, 16 Dec. 2024
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Los Angeles Chargers wide receiver Ladd McConkey is inactive for Sunday's rivalry matchup with the Kansas City Chiefs.Daniel R. Depetris, Newsweek, 9 Dec. 2024
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Just look at what even happened in college football, some of these rivalry games and things of that nature over the weekend.Ben Morse, CNN, 4 Dec. 2024
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While a tie in a national election might cause a constitutional meltdown — and who knows what kind of civil strife — the officials of this small town north of Eureka had a simple solution: pick a name from a box.Daniel Miller, Los Angeles Times, 13 Dec. 2024
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The women were models of courage, hiding from fighters in the mountains of Greece after World War II triggered violent civil strife in that country.Leslie Kelly, Forbes, 10 Dec. 2024
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These women, each fighting battles of their own, teach Oya that strength doesn’t have to mean solitude.Anita Kopacz, People.com, 9 Dec. 2024
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When his father is murdered that rejection takes on new importance in turning him into the villain of this piece and key motivation for all the battles that ensue.Pete Hammond, Deadline, 9 Dec. 2024
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However, Barnier's austerity plan—which includes €40 billion ($42 billion) in spending cuts and €20 billion ($21 billion) in new taxes—has heightened tensions, fueling discord in the National Assembly and precipitating the current political crisis.Josh Hammer, Newsweek, 3 Dec. 2024
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This internal discord is music to Kitson’s ears, whose goal is to have Irish Republicans murder each other.Rafaela Bassili, Vulture, 14 Nov. 2024
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One of the officers was shocked during the struggle, too.Shira Moolten, Sun Sentinel, 13 Dec. 2024
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Understanding this connection helps parents approach these challenges with empathy, recognizing that stress may amplify these struggles.Dr. Aviva Legatt, Forbes, 12 Dec. 2024
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Congo’s President Felix Tshisekedi and Rwanda’s President Paul Kagame were set to meet Sunday in Angola, which has been mediating the conflict to put an end to a decades-long conflict in eastern Congo between the Congolese army and M23 rebel group, which is allegedly backed by Rwanda.Justin Kabumba, Los Angeles Times, 15 Dec. 2024
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Having finished up the Eras Tour on December 8, Swift does not appear to have any scheduling conflicts that would keep her from attending today's game in Cleveland, Ohio.Emily Tannenbaum, Glamour, 15 Dec. 2024
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Once the initial shock subsides, Kit and Theo decide this is the perfect opportunity to prove who won the breakup – with a hookup competition.Clare Mulroy, USA TODAY, 20 Dec. 2024
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The lawsuit, initiated on October 2, 2024, alleges that NASCAR's charter agreements violate antitrust laws by hindering competition.Benedict Cosgrove, Newsweek, 19 Dec. 2024
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“Warfare.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/warfare. Accessed 22 Dec. 2024.
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