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conciliation

/kənˌsɪlɪˈeɪʃən/

B2CEFR level
65/100Rarity: rare
TechnicalRegister

Law noun

A non-binding process in which a neutral helps parties reach a voluntary settlement.

The contract required conciliation before either side could commence arbitration.

Similar: mediation

Topic: Arbitration in Legal English

Business noun

A process in which a neutral party helps disputing sides reach a voluntary settlement, short of binding judgment.

The parties reached a settlement through conciliation before the tribunal hearing.

Similar: mediation

Topic: Human resources in Business English

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