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ceasefire agreement

NOUN

suspension of hostilities

Synonyms

WEAK

armistice cooling-off period olive branch peace stand-down truce

Example Sentences

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There was some hope when the US and Iran announced a two-week ceasefire agreement, leading to a drop in oil prices.

From BBC • Apr. 13, 2026

One video about the ceasefire agreement was published before any official announcements.

From BBC • Apr. 11, 2026

"People across Lebanon were holding their breath for a ceasefire agreement, but a wave of deadly strikes plunged the country into panic and chaos," said Agnes Dhur, the ICRC's head of delegation in Lebanon.

From Barron's • Apr. 9, 2026

Sir Keir said: "I welcome the ceasefire agreement reached overnight, which will bring a moment of relief to the region and the world."

From BBC • Apr. 8, 2026

Iran's foreign minister said that under the two-week ceasefire agreement, maritime traffic through the vital Strait of Hormuz would be guaranteed.

From Barron's • Apr. 8, 2026