conflict
Example Sentences
Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.
“Our view is that the surge in nitrogen prices is not long-lasting and prices will come down once the conflict ends.”
From MarketWatch
During conflicts that disrupt the flow of an important commodity such as crude oil, some investors will wish they had more exposure to commodities before the conflict began.
From MarketWatch
The data may fuel more anxiety about rising prices because many economists think that the Middle East conflict could push up costs even more.
Recent data — accounting for the period prior to the start of the military conflict in Iran — indicated inflation in Canada was tepid.
However the impact on the sector’s 1Q earnings should be limited as the conflict coincides with the Ramadan period, which is typically a softer season for Middle Eastern medical travel.
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.