truce

Founding-era definition · Webster's 1828 American Dictionary

TRUCE, noun 1. In war, a suspension of arms by agreement of the commanders; a temporary cessation of hostilities, either for negotiation or other purpose. 2. Intermission of action, pain or contest; temporary cessation; short quiet. There he may find TRUCE to his restless thoughts.
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