26984 words

confrontation

3 definitions • 7 examples
1
a fight or argument:

Examples:

Some couples seem to like confrontation, but Josh and I hardly ever argue.
There were violent confrontations between police and demonstrators.
2
an argument or fight:

Examples:

[ C ] I had a confrontation this morning with my boss.
3
a situation in which people or groups with opposing ideas or opinions disagree angrily:

Examples:

confrontation between sb and sb The agreement ended a potentially serious confrontation between management and unions at the plant.
confrontation with sb She resigned after an angry confrontation with her manager.
have/risk/get into a confrontation I ignored their comments, rather than risk a confrontation.
Try to avoid confrontation with the people who report to you.

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