overt conflict

Examples (10)

• The tension between the two departments finally erupted into overt conflict.
• Mediation can help prevent minor disagreements from turning into overt conflict.
• There was little overt conflict during the meeting, but the underlying resentment was clear.
• Historians argue whether the diplomatic standoff could have been resolved without overt conflict.
• In some cultures, overt conflict is avoided at all costs to maintain social harmony.
• The manager's aggressive style often leads to overt conflict with his subordinates.
• We need to address these issues now before they manifest as overt conflict.
• The peace treaty successfully ended years of overt conflict between the neighboring nations.
• Overt conflict broke out in the streets following the controversial election results.
• Therapy provides a safe space for couples to manage overt conflict constructively.