ceasefire
/sees-fahyuhr/US // ˈsisˈfaɪər //UK // mainly military //
停火,停战,休战,停止行动
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Definitions
n.名词 noun
- 1
- : a cessation of hostilities; truce.
- : Military. an order issued for a cease-fire.
Synonyms & Antonyms
as inarmistice
Examples
In past years they have declared a ceasefire right before Christmas, but have resumed attacks once the holiday season is over.
Now the question in Colombia, is, will a bilateral ceasefire be announced in coming days?
A ceasefire by leftist rebels in Colombia could close the last one.
In the past, Santos has been stubbornly opposed to a bilateral ceasefire, but his position on the issue may be shifting.
Do they have a plan for how to translate a ceasefire into something more durable?
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