cease
fire
Plural
ceasefires
1
a temporary peace during a battle or war when discussions regarding permanent peace is taking place
- The two sides agreed to a ceasefire to allow peace talks to begin.
- The ceasefire provided a much-needed break from the fighting.
- Both armies respected the ceasefire and halted their attacks.
- The ceasefire was a sign of progress in the peace negotiations.
- During the ceasefire, humanitarian aid was delivered to the affected areas.