To make peace
Example: They decided to make peace after the long war ended.
Definition
"To make peace" means to end conflict or hostility between parties, typically after a period of war or disagreement, by reaching an agreement or understanding that restores harmony and cooperation.
Etymology
The phrase "to make peace" combines the verb 'make,' meaning to create or cause, with 'peace,' derived from the Latin 'pax,' meaning a state of tranquility or absence of war. Did you know? The concept of 'making peace' has been central throughout history as societies sought to resolve disputes without further violence.
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"To make peace" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - History - (A2) - set 1", containing 210 commonly used words.
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