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Cease Fire

Definition: A temporary suspension or end to fighting, typically during a period of conflict or war.

1. Noun (AKA 'ceasefire')

Sense 1: An official agreement, often negotiated between conflicting parties, to stop fighting in order to facilitate peace talks, provide humanitarian aid, or restore calm.

Example Sentence: After weeks of intense negotiations, the two countries finally agreed to a cease fire, bringing hope for a peaceful resolution to the long-standing conflict.

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2. Verb (ceasefires, ceasing, ceased)

Sense 1: To bring an end to hostilities or fighting; to stop fighting.

Example Sentence: The commander ordered his troops to cease fire immediately to avoid further casualties.

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