他在兩位鄰居之間進行調解，化解了矛盾。
He mediated between the two neighbors and resolved the conflict.
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Example sentences
他的話前後矛盾。
他的话前后矛盾。
His words are contradictory.
雖然有矛盾，但還不至於吵架。
Although there are contradictions, it hasn't gone so far as to start a fight.
雙方的矛盾因爲這件事而激化了。
The contradiction between the two sides was intensified because of this matter.
Usage Notes
Literal meaning: 'spear and shield'. Originates from a fable about a merchant selling a spear that can pierce anything and a shield that can't be pierced.
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