peace
12 ENTRIES FOUND:
Britannica Dictionary definition of PEACE
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a
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a state in which there is no war or fighting
[noncount]
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After many years of war, people on both sides were longing for peace.
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We said a prayer for world peace.
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They have lived in peace [=peacefully] for many years.
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We grew up in a time when the nation was prosperous and at peace. [=not fighting a war]
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The United Nations has sent troops to the area to try to keep (the) peace.
[singular]
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a lasting peace
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The two countries have maintained an uneasy peace. [=a state in which fighting could start at any time]
b
[singular]
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an agreement to end a war
— often used before another noun
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He tried to negotiate a peace between the warring countries.
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After many years of war, the two countries have finally made peace (with each other).
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a peace agreement/accord/treaty
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a peace initiative/conference
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peace talks
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the peace process [=the steps that are taken by countries or groups that are trying to end a war]
c
[singular]
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a period of time when there is no war or fighting
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There was a peace of 50 years before war broke out again.
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[noncount]
a
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a quiet and calm state
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I just want a few moments of peace. = I just want a little peace and quiet.
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Why won't they leave him in peace? [=why won't they stop bothering him?]
b
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a safe and calm state in a public place
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see also justice of the peace
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Peace and order were finally restored in the town.
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He was arrested for a breach of the peace. = He was arrested for disturbing the peace. [=for behaving in a loud or violent way in a public place]
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a state in which a person is not bothered by thoughts or feelings of doubt, guilt, worry, etc.
[singular]
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After years of therapy, he has finally achieved an inner peace.
[noncount]
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He is searching for inner peace.
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She has found peace (within herself).
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Insurance can provide you with peace of mind.
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The problem was settled and his mind was at peace.
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They are at peace with each other.
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She's at peace with their decision. [=she has accepted their decision]
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May our dearly departed friend rest in peace. [=we hope our friend who has died will have peace after death]
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[noncount]
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a state in which people do not argue or cause trouble
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There will never be peace between those families.
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She wants to go, and we won't have any peace until we agree to let her do what she wants.
