1. With both of them trying to defend (维护, 捍卫)their own view, there is a conflict (冲突, 矛盾)between the two sides.
2. Given (鉴于, 考虑到)that the peace was needed, the soldiers destroyed all the military equipment (设备, 装备).
3. Representing(代表) their own interests, the two companies were content (满意的)with the contract they signed.
4. With all factors(因素) considered, they bought some plastic (塑料的)flowers.
