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conciliatory

[kuhn-sil-ee-uh-tawr-ee, -tohr-ee] / kənˈsɪl i əˌtɔr i, -ˌtoʊr i /


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Mexico has taken a more conciliatory approach, refraining from imposing retaliatory measures and engaging in talks, with Sheinbaum at times joining conversations with Greer and Lutnick.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 15, 2026

But he then struck a more conciliatory tone, promising a rigorous environmental study and telling Lamu residents: "Your rights will be protected. Your voice will be heard."

From Barron's ● Oct. 1, 2026

As they went back and forth on revisions, McCarthy was alternately defensive and conciliatory.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 1, 2026

Modi had been more conciliatory in his vertical video shared on Instagram after the protest had ended.

From BBC ● Aug. 26, 2026

The kindly old mouse shook his head and held up a conciliatory paw.

From "Redwall" by Brian Jacques


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