parle
/pɑrl/
noun
- A discussion or negotiation, especially between opposing sides; a parley.
- The two leaders agreed to a parle to discuss the border dispute.
- After a brief parle, the generals decided to extend the ceasefire.
- The ambassadors held a parle in neutral territory to avoid further conflict.
verb
- To discuss terms with an opponent; to parley.
- The union representatives will parle with management tomorrow.
- The commander sent a messenger to parle with the enemy about a truce.
- They decided to parle rather than continue the costly battle.
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