Truce
/ˈtruːs/
Definitions
- (n.) An agreement between opposing parties to suspend hostilities temporarily.
The warring countries declared a truce to allow peace talks.
Forms
- truces
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Commentary
A truce is typically temporary and less formal than a peace treaty.
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