Truce (Noun)
Meaning
A state of peace agreed to between opponents so they can discuss peace terms.
Classification
Nouns denoting natural processes.
Examples
- The two warring nations agreed to a temporary truce to facilitate negotiations for a lasting peace treaty.
- After months of fighting, the rival factions declared a truce and began discussing a possible merger.
- The truce between the opposing sides allowed for the safe passage of humanitarian aid to the affected areas.
- A fragile truce was brokered between the government and the rebels, paving the way for a potential ceasefire.
- The leaders of the feuding families called a truce and met to discuss a resolution to their long-standing dispute.