conflicted
Americanadjective
Etymology
Origin of conflicted
Example Sentences
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Girgis-Hanna admits she and many fellow GPs feel conflicted about working privately, but that it is ultimately helping to prevent burnout and keep them in the profession.
From BBC
However, the Loch Lomond park authority board ruled that the updated scheme still conflicted with both regional and national environmental policies, and unanimously rejected back the plan.
From BBC
At the same time, his father and grandfather, both in the industry for around 30 years, are conflicted because they believe "artisans should not lose their imagination", Soni said.
From Barron's
But the lack of compelling performances renders this complex tragedy, and its conflicted central character, frustratingly flat and stubbornly unengaging.
Rob Reynolds, an Iraq war veteran who often speaks on behalf of the named veterans in the case, said he was conflicted over the new developments.
From Los Angeles Times
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