confrontation
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While noting the threat of China's military build-up in the region, Hegseth also said the US wanted to avoid "needless confrontation".
From BBC • May 30, 2026
They stay silent, avoid attention and confrontation, and look the other way.
From Salon • May 28, 2026
At the same time, he said, “they want this ‘no peace, no war’ status quo to go away, and for the confrontation with the U.S. to be resolved.”
From The Wall Street Journal • May 22, 2026
"Cracks within the six-member Gulf Cooperation Council and open Iran-UAE confrontation have altered the geopolitics," he added.
From Barron's • May 15, 2026
Jeffrey thought this confrontation was a big deal.
From "Because of Mr. Terupt" by Rob Buyea
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