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Definition reconciliation in American English

reconciliation noun

[singular/uncountable] noun
/ˌrekənsɪliˈeɪʃ(ə)n/
1

a new and friendly relationship with someone who you argued with or fought with

Example

Jeff and Jessica have separated and a reconciliation is unlikely.

Example

Peace can only be achieved through reconciliation.

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2

a way of making it possible for ideas, beliefs, needs, etc. that are opposed to each other to exist together

Example

How can we achieve a reconciliation between theory and practice?

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Definition reconciliation in American English