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peace in our time

peace in our time is the alternative form of peace for our time.

Meaning of peace for our time

Noun

peace for our time (uncountable)

  1. (sarcastic) Used to imply that the appeasement of an aggressor will not prevent further aggression in the future.
  2. (sarcastic) Used to evoke the idea of false political promises and false expectations.

Questions about peace in our time

What is peace in our time the alternative form of?
Peace in our time is the alternative form of peace for our time.

Words near peace in our time in the dictionary

  1. peace doves
  2. peace establishment
  3. peace establishments
  4. peace for our time
  5. Peace Garden State
  6. peace in our time
  7. peace lilies
  8. peace lily
  9. peace line
  10. peace lines
  11. peace of mind

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