Hypothetical (one hopes!) global conflict, for short Crossword Clue

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HYPOTHETICAL (adjective)
1. based primarily on surmise rather than adequate evidence
HYPOTHETICAL (noun)
1. a hypothetical possibility, circumstance, statement, proposal, situation, etc.
CONFLICT (verb)
1. go against, as of rules and laws
2. be in conflict
CONFLICT (noun)
1. an open clash between two opposing groups (or individuals)
2. a hostile meeting of opposing military forces in the course of a war

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