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peaceful coexistence

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noun

competition without war, or a policy of peace between nations of widely differing political systems and ideologies, especially between Communist and non-Communist nations.

peaceful coexistence between the U.S. and the Soviet Union.

Etymology

Origin of peaceful coexistence

1915–20; often as translation of Russian mírnoe sosushchestvovánie

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peaceful coexistence

South Korean President Lee Jae Myung said talks could yield "peaceful coexistence"

From BBC ● Aug. 15, 2026

There is no evidence of violent conflict, and locals and newcomers were sometimes buried together, suggesting peaceful coexistence.

From Science Daily ● Mar. 21, 2026

In 1927 he and his wife moved to Palestine, where they helped found a kibbutz and advocated for peaceful coexistence with Arab neighbors.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Mar. 17, 2026

South Korea has mounted a concerted push to build bridges with Pyongyang under President Lee Jae Myung, who has sought the "peaceful coexistence" of two nations still technically at war.

From Barron's ● Feb. 26, 2026

His ambition was to protect the South American Indians and preserve their culture, striving for a peaceful coexistence.

From "Death on the River of Doubt" by Samantha Seiple

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