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noun

Truce n.

(Mil.) A suspension of arms by agreement of the commanders of opposing forces; a temporary cessation of hostilities, for negotiation or other purpose; an armistice.

Hence, intermission of action, pain, or contest; temporary cessation; short quiet. "Where he may likeliest find Truce to his restless thoughts."

Flag of truce (Mil.), a white flag carried or exhibited by one of the hostile parties, during the flying of which hostilities are suspended.

Truce of God, a suspension of arms promulgated by the church, which occasionally took place in the Middle Ages, putting a stop to private hostilities at or within certain periods.

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"Truce" Quotes from Famous Books

... that you find me a queer,—heathenish,—sort of creature?' she said, still laughing and swaying. 'So I am. Take care! Well now, a truce to love-making! I am tired of being meek and charming—this night excites me. Come and see the oaks in ...

— The History of David Grieve • Mrs. Humphry Ward

... in my presence, giving me your word of honor that you will not draw them upon each other before his Majesty shall have made known his will in this matter to the Company, and the Company shall have transmitted it to me, in token of which truce between you you shall touch each other's hands; or you will pass the time between this and the return of the ship with the King's and the Company's will in strict confinement,—you, Captain Percy, in gaol, and you, my ...

— To Have and To Hold • Mary Johnston

... the truce, I went, last night, to the Christian camp: I had an interview with the Christian king; and when he heard my name and faith, his very beard curled with ire. 'Hound of Belial!' he roared forth, 'has not thy comrade carrion, the sorcerer ...

— Leila or, The Siege of Granada, Book V. • Edward Bulwer Lytton

... began to entertain hopes of her reformation, but these were soon dashed to the ground, and he went with them. He arose (he had by this time become an expert at arising), and again there was a truce, which he gratefully accepted, for he was ready enough to enjoy peace ...

— The Gentle Art of Cooking Wives • Elizabeth Strong Worthington

... of truce, Gertrude. And a party of Confederate soldiers, with an escort, coming up the hill. They are carrying ...

— Shenandoah - Representative Plays by American Dramatists: 1856-1911 • Bronson Howard

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