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de-escalation

[dee-es-kuh-layshuhn] / ˌdiˌɛs kəˈleɪʃən /




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“It’s worth reiterating how the dollar now enjoys stronger macro support than it did in early May, when markets latched onto an overly optimistic de-escalation narrative,” said Francesco Pesole, a currency strategist at ING.

From MarketWatch • May 28, 2026

Equity markets have recently been driven by the positivity generated by the U.S. first-quarter reporting season, and expectations for a de-escalation of hostilities in the Persian Gulf.

From MarketWatch • May 18, 2026

The official line softened into neutrality: calls for de-escalation, freedom of navigation, dialogue among “all parties.”

From The Wall Street Journal • May 12, 2026

After a flare-up in tensions around the American effort to unblock shipping traffic, markets appeared to welcome apparent de-escalation External link between Washington and Tehran.

From Barron's • May 6, 2026

“Officers are highly trained in de-escalation tactics and regularly receive ongoing use of force training.”

From Los Angeles Times • May 6, 2026




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