coexistence
Americannoun
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the act or state of coexisting.
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a policy of living peacefully with other nations, religions, etc., despite fundamental disagreements.
Other Word Forms
- coexistent adjective
Etymology
Origin of coexistence
Example Sentences
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It provoked litigation and an avalanche of billable hours that only cooled when both parties agreed to explore coexistence.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 17, 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
“We just keep it about ping-pong,” I’d tell José, as if I’d discovered some secret to coexistence.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 6, 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
Failure to contain Pauling might result in a London press conference with Linus expounding peaceful coexistence.
From "Double Helix" by James D. Watson
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