1
2
: exertion or contention for superiority
3
archaic
: earnest endeavor
Examples of strife in a Sentence
in order to avoid family strife, the children spend equal time during the holidays with both of their grandmothers
bitter strife between the two political factions
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Even at centers where funds appear to have led to considerable research output, internal strife calls into question the validity of their work.
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Robert Schmad, The Washington Examiner, 6 June 2025
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—Jasmin Malik Chua, Sourcing Journal, 3 June 2025
The status allows people already in the United States to live and work legally because their native countries are deemed unsafe for return due to natural disaster or civil strife.
—Mike Schneider, The Orlando Sentinel, 23 May 2025
Gradually, however, the strife crept closer and closer.
—Lizzie Wade, Smithsonian Magazine, 23 May 2025
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Robert Schmad, The Washington Examiner, 6 June 2025
Arvind and Fashion for Good are holding onto the hope that despite the economic tumult caused by geopolitical strife and exacerbated by President Donald Trump’s whipsawing tariffs, brands remain committed to their climate targets despite the high investment costs and the less tangible payback.
—Jasmin Malik Chua, Sourcing Journal, 3 June 2025
The status allows people already in the United States to live and work legally because their native countries are deemed unsafe for return due to natural disaster or civil strife.
—Mike Schneider, The Orlando Sentinel, 23 May 2025
Gradually, however, the strife crept closer and closer.
—Lizzie Wade, Smithsonian Magazine, 23 May 2025
See All Example Sentences for strife
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“Strife.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/strife. Accessed 10 Jun. 2025.
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noun1
: bitter sometimes violent disagreement
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