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   peace

   /piːs/

   noun

   • 1. freedom from disturbance; tranquillity: "he just wanted to drink a few beers in peace" Similar tranquillitycalmcalmnessrestfulnesspeace and quietpeacefulnessquietquietnessquietudesilencesoundlessnesshushnoiselessnessstillnessstillprivacyprivatenessseclusionsolitudeisolationretirementlack of disturbance/interruptionfreedom from interferenceOpposite noiseirritation
   • ▪ mental or emotional calm: "the peace of mind this insurance gives you" Similar serenitypeacefulnesstranquillityequanimitycalmcalmnesscomposureplacidityplacidnessrestreposeeasecomfortcontentmentcontentcontentednesssecurityblissjoynirvanaOpposite agitationdistress
   • 2. a state or period in which there is no war or a war has ended: "the Straits were to be open to warships in time of peace" Similar law and orderlawfulnessorderpeacefulnesspeaceablenessharmonyharmoniousnessaccordconcordamityamicablenessgoodwillfriendshipcordialitynon-aggressionnon-violenceceasefirerespitelullOpposite conflict
   • ▪ a treaty agreeing peace between warring states: "support for a negotiated peace" Similar treatytruceceasefirearmisticeend/cessation/suspension of hostilitiesmoratoriumagreementallianceconcordappeasementreconciliationOpposite war
   • ▪ the state of being free from civil disorder: "police action to restore peace" Similar law and orderlawfulnessorderpeacefulnesspeaceablenessharmonyharmoniousnessaccordconcordamityamicablenessgoodwillfriendshipcordialitynon-aggressionnon-violenceceasefirerespitelullOpposite conflict
   • ▪ the state of being free from dissension: "the 8.8 per cent offer promises peace with the union"
   • 3. a ceremonial handshake or kiss exchanged during a service in some Churches (now usually only in the Eucharist), symbolizing Christian love and unity.

   exclamation

   • 1. used as a friendly greeting. informal US
   • ▪ used to express good wishes on parting.
   • 2. used as an order to remain silent: archaic "peace, be still!"

   verb

   • 1. leave: informal US "I woke up at seven, thanked my host, and peaced out"

   Word Origin Middle English: from Old French pais, from Latin pax, pac- ‘peace’.

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2. www.britannica.com › topic › United-NationsUnited Nations - Peacekeeping, Peacemaking, Peacebuilding

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   4 days ago · Although not specifically mentioned in the UN Charter, the use of such forces as a buffer between warring parties pending troop withdrawals and negotiations—a practice known as peacekeeping—was formalized in 1956 during the Suez Crisis between Egypt, Israel, France, and the United Kingdom.

3. fortmi.com › peace-meaning-types-importance-and-ways-ofPeace: Meaning, Types, Importance And Ways Of Promoting Peace

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   Jun 26, 2024 · Peace is a state of harmony free from quarrels. It is a condition that brings joy, happiness and progress to the family, community and nation at large. When there is peace, people live together, cooperated and work for their progress and that of the society.

4. www.globaltimes.cn › page › 202407Philippines-China relations should not be defined by maritime ...

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   3 days ago · As I said, there is no price for peace, but there is an enormous price for war, if that happens. That's why we must take action to preserve peace and this friendship," said Lambino.

5. www.britannica.com › topic › United-NationsUnited Nations (UN) | Definition, History, Founders, Flag, &...

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   2 days ago · Despite the problems encountered by the League of Nations in arbitrating conflict and ensuring international peace and security prior to World War II, the major Allied powers agreed during the war to establish a new global organization to help manage international affairs.

6. www.britannica.com › topic › diplomacyDiplomacy | Definition, Meaning, Types, & Examples | Britannica

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   Jun 19, 2024 · diplomacy, the established method of influencing the decisions and behaviour of foreign governments and peoples through dialogue, negotiation, and other measures short of war or violence. Modern diplomatic practices are a product of the post- Renaissance European state system.

7. www.merriam-webster.com › dictionary › in peaceIn peace Definition & Meaning - Merriam-Webster

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   Jun 19, 2024 · The meaning of IN PEACE is in a state of quiet and calm : peacefully. How to use in peace in a sentence.

8. www.un.org › en › un-chronicleThe Economics of Peace: Exploring the Interplay between Economic...

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   Jun 24, 2024 · Peace is more than the absence of conflict; it is a catalyst for economic well-being, laying the foundation for societies to thrive for generations to come.