Ceasefire (noun)

1. A suspension of hostile military activities by mutual agreement, especially one under which hostilities are temporarily suspended pending negotiations.
2. A temporary interruption of hostilities in a war or conflict.
3. An agreement to stop hostilities in a conflict for a certain period of time or until specific conditions are met.

Origin:

From the words 'cease' meaning to stop and 'fire' meaning firing of weapons, literally meaning a cessation of firing.

Examples:

1. The Ceasefire between the two warring countries brought much needed relief to the civilians who were suffering.
2. The Ceasefire was agreed upon after intense negotiations between the leaders of both sides.
3. The two sides met to discuss the terms of the Ceasefire and how to ensure it is implemented effectively.
4. The Ceasefire allowed humanitarian aid to reach areas previously cut off by the fighting.
5. The Ceasefire held for several weeks before the fighting resumed, despite efforts to reach a lasting peace agreement.