peaceful coexistence

noun

1. 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.

Word History and Origins

Origin of peaceful coexistence¹

1915–20; often as translation of Russian mírnoe sosushchestvovánie

Example Sentences

New Gaza will be fully committed to building a prosperous economy and to peaceful coexistence with their neighbours.

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Hamas members who “commit to peaceful coexistence” receive amnesty, and those who wish to leave Gaza will get safe passage.

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“There is no ‘peaceful coexistence’ we are going to have when our opposition is led by people like this.

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They’re doing great, and if you want to help them, consider volunteering or supporting organizations that advocate for a peaceful coexistence with humans.

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She said her town had "always been a symbol of peaceful coexistence", but that "it seems that sectarian incitement and foreign schemes aimed at dividing Syria are stronger".

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