in conflict
idiom
1
: different in a way that prevents agreement
They're in conflict over which car to buy.
—usually + withThe law is in conflict with the state's constitution.
Her ideas were in direct conflict with those of her professor.
2
: in a struggle for power, property, etc.
The two clans were in constant conflict (with one another).
Examples of in conflict in a Sentence
Recent Examples on the Web
Having spent the early part of the QSI regime in conflict with UEFA over breaches of its financial fair play regulations, Al-Khelaifi now had one of the most powerful voices in European football’s corridors of power.
—
Oliver Kay, New York Times, 30 May 2025
Menjivar’s participation in multiple caucuses means she’s been in conflict with the governor on a number of fronts.
—Kate Wolffe, Sacbee.com, 30 May 2025
Power notes that performance does not need to be in conflict with empathy.
—Aman Kidwai, MSNBC Newsweek, 21 May 2025
The fact that Peter and Imogen are both in conflict with their parents sets them up neatly as a pair.
—Rafaela Bassili, Vulture, 21 May 2025
See All Example Sentences for in conflict
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Oliver Kay, New York Times, 30 May 2025
Menjivar’s participation in multiple caucuses means she’s been in conflict with the governor on a number of fronts.
—Kate Wolffe, Sacbee.com, 30 May 2025
Power notes that performance does not need to be in conflict with empathy.
—Aman Kidwai, MSNBC Newsweek, 21 May 2025
The fact that Peter and Imogen are both in conflict with their parents sets them up neatly as a pair.
—Rafaela Bassili, Vulture, 21 May 2025
See All Example Sentences for in conflict
Cite this Entry
“In conflict.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/in%20conflict. Accessed 3 Jun. 2025.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
Share