Conflict and Compliance

a competition in which participants compete to defeat their opponents

The contest for the championship title was intense and thrilling.

to show disagreement by taking action or expressing it verbally, particularly in public

Employees decided to protest the unfair working conditions by organizing a strike.

to invite someone to compete or strongly suggest they should do something, often to test their abilities or encourage action

She challenges her colleagues to a friendly chess match every Friday.

a fight between different military forces during a war

The soldiers were trained for combat in harsh environments.

(of two ideas, opinions, etc.) to oppose each other

His personal beliefs often conflict with the principles of his profession, leading to internal struggles.

to have a lasting and heated argument with someone

The families continued to feud over a disputed piece of land, passing down the animosity through generations.

to enter a territory using armed forces in order to occupy or take control of it

The army decided to invade the neighboring country to secure vital resources.

to force someone to do what they do not want

The authoritarian government tried to impose strict regulations on freedom of speech.

to cause or impose something unpleasant, harmful, or unwelcome upon someone or something

The hurricane inflicted significant damage on the coastal town.

to force someone to do something through threats or manipulation

The criminal coerced the witness into changing their testimony through intimidation.

to struggle or fight with someone, particularly to get something

Children on the playground may tussle over a toy they both want to play with.

a place where alcoholic and other drinks and light snacks are sold and served

They decided to meet at the local bar after work for a few drinks.

to illegally take someone away, especially by force or deception

The criminal attempted to abduct the child from the school playground.

to cause the downfall or removal of rulers or leaders

The citizens, discontent with the ruler's policies, organized protests to overturn the government.

to cause the downfall of authority figures or rulers

The rebel group sought to subvert the ruling government.

to treat someone unfairly or cruelly, often because of their race, gender, religion, or beliefs

The government persecuted religious minorities, restricting their rights and freedoms.

to make secret plans with other people to commit an illegal or destructive act

The group of individuals conspired to carry out a heist on the bank.

to force someone to act in a certain way

The tight deadline constrained the team to work late nights to complete the project on time.

to launch a vigorous or violent attack on someone or something, either physically or verbally

The boxer assailed his opponent with a flurry of punches in the final round.

to defeat someone or something using superior strength, force, or influence

The military strategy was to overpower the enemy with a swift and coordinated attack.

to refuse to respect a person of authority or to observe a law, rule, etc.

The rebellious teenager decided to defy the instructions given by their parents.

a hunting expedition, typically involving an overland journey (especially in Africa)

The wealthy explorer funded a campaign to hunt big game in the Serengeti.

a person that one is opposed to and fights or competes with

In the final round of the chess tournament, he faced his toughest adversary yet.

to violently attack someone

The assailant attempted to assault the victim in a dark alley.

the military equipment and weaponry used by a country or military force

The country invested heavily in modernizing its armament, acquiring advanced missile defense systems and fighter jets.

a fierce and intense attack, often with the goal of overwhelming the opponent

The army launched a relentless onslaught against enemy positions, pushing them back and gaining ground.

disagreement or conflict within a group expected to collaborate

The coach's challenge was not just training the team but also managing the dissension among players.

behavior or feelings that are aggressive or unfriendly

The hostility between the two rival teams was evident throughout the entire match.

(Greek mythology) the goddess of divine retribution and vengeance

a point asserted as part of an argument

a sudden and brief attack to other territory, especially in large numbers and across a border

a strong building or area where soldiers stay to defend against enemies

The soldiers defended the fort against enemy attacks.

the act of hostile parties coming into conflict or opposition

The police prevented a confrontation between rival gangs.

(of police) to unexpectedly visit a person or place to arrest suspects or find illegal goods

The narcotics division decided to raid the suspected drug den to apprehend the traffickers.

without defense

refusing or failing to follow rules, orders, or instructions, often showing resistance to authority

The disobedient child refused to go to bed when his parents told him to.

eager or inclined to engage in fighting or arguing

The combative player was frequently penalized for starting fights on the field.

with a significant amount of physical strength or authority

The police forcibly removed the protesters from the government building.

to end or lessen a person's anger by giving in to their demands

The leader's decision to address the issues directly appeased the public's outrage.

to act in accordance with rules, regulations, or requests

Employees are expected to comply with the company's code of conduct.

to live or stay in a particular place

After retirement, they decided to abide in a quaint cottage by the lake.

to firmly stick to something

The label should adhere securely to the package for clear identification.

to hold someone tightly in one's arms, especially to show affection

She was thrilled to see her long-lost friend and rushed to embrace her with a warm hug.

a firm decision to do something or to behave in a certain way, often made after careful consideration

She made a resolution to finish writing her novel by the end of the year.

getting two things to correspond

to come to an agreement after a dispute by reducing demands

In a business negotiation, both parties compromised on pricing to secure a mutually beneficial deal.

showing a tendency to be passive or compliant

The dog was unusually submissive, eagerly following every command from its owner.