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What is another word for a truce?

Here are some other words for a truce, depending on the specific context:

General:

* Ceasefire

* Armistice

* Agreement

* Suspension of hostilities

* Temporary peace

* Stalemate (implies a standstill in fighting, not necessarily a formal agreement)

More formal:

* Convention

* Treaty (especially for a longer-term agreement)

Informal:

* Time-out

* Break

* Cooling-off period

Specific types of truces:

* White flag (a signal of surrender or request for a truce)

* Safe passage (temporary protection for movement in a conflict zone)

The best word to use will depend on the specific situation and the desired level of formality.

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