- plural of hostility.
hostilities
Example Sentences
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The reported crossfire ended a brief break in hostilities between the US and Iran, which was designed to bring negotiators back to the table.
From BBC ● Jul. 29, 2026
Still, oil traders are holding out hope that the hostilities are a short-term disruption rather than a long-term shock.
From MarketWatch ● Jul. 26, 2026
The recently resumed hostilities with Iran are not going well.
From Slate ● Jul. 25, 2026
The country’s central bank kept its key interest rate unchanged as the recent resumption of Middle East hostilities upended hopes energy prices would stabilize in the second half of 2026.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 23, 2026
Harry had the impression that the Minister was wondering whether it was worthwhile opening hostilities this early.
From "Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows" by J.K. Rowling
