The phrase "to call a truce" means to stop fighting or arguing temporarily in order to agree on a peaceful agreement between two or more parties. Full definition
My story is about leaving the boxing gloves behind, about calling a truce on the culture wars that have left so many people beaten and bruised and left for dead by those who claim to follow a crucified Savior. (rachelheldevans.com)
Environmental groups have started a new court battle over protections for an imperiled bird on Western U.S. public lands but called a truce in a separate lawsuit involving the bird's smaller cousin. (cnbc.com)
He suggests that divorced parents call a truce with their ex-spouse — to put an end to active fighting and to collaborate. (divorcemag.com)