add fuel to the fire »
To worsen a conflict between people; to inflame an already tense situation.
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all's fair in love and war »
unpleasant behavior is acceptable during love and conflict.
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at odds »
In disagreement; conflicting.
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back down »
To take a less aggressive position in a conflict than one previously has or has planned to.
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balancing act »
An effort to manage many conflicting or competing items or interests.
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high ground »
A position of advantage or superiority in a conflict or competition.
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hot and cold »
Ambivalent; having conflicting emotions.
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it takes two to tango »
Some things need the active cooperation of two parties; blame is to be laid on both parties in a conflict.
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lock horns »
To come into conflict.
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match made in hell »
A very unsuccessful or conflicting combination of two people or things.
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penny for your thoughts »
Used to inquire into the thoughts and feelings of another, especially when the person appears pensive or conflicted.
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thrash out »
To discuss something so fully as to resolve a problem or conflict; to hammer out.
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to the victor go the spoils »
The winner of a conflict wins additional benefits, beyond just the subject of the conflict.
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