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de-escalation

[dee-es-kuh-layshuhn] / ˌdiˌɛs kəˈleɪʃən /
NOUN
disarmament
Synonyms
STRONGEST
demilitarization demobilization
STRONG
conquest disablement disqualification freeze occupation pacification subjugation
WEAK
arms limitation arms reduction crippling neutralizing paralyzing rendering powerless
Antonyms
STRONG
surrender yielding
WEAK
arming buildup
NOUN
truce
Synonyms
STRONGEST
accord agreement amnesty armistice cease-fire détente lull moratorium pause peace reconciliation reprieve suspension
STRONG
break breather cessation halt intermission interval letup respite rest stay terms treaty
WEAK
olive branch temporary peace white flag wind-down
Antonyms
STRONGEST
continuation disagreement persistence war
STRONG
go start
WEAK
fight

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The sudden reversal comes as diplomatic efforts involving the United States, regional mediators and Iranian officials remain in flux, with talks shifting in structure and location as officials attempt to sustain fragile momentum toward de-escalation.

From Salon • Apr. 25, 2026

SAP reiterated its 2026 cloud revenue outlook of €25.8 billion to €26.2 billion, contingent on Middle East de-escalation and Reltio consolidation.

From Barron's • Apr. 23, 2026

They note that while geopolitical de-escalation has helped drive recent S&P 500 highs, appetite for artificial intelligence stocks also is returning.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 21, 2026

The way to deal with inflation was de-escalation, he said.

From BBC • Apr. 18, 2026

Oil prices retreated sharply, with traders betting that Iran’s latest statement on the strait signaled a significant de-escalation in the conflict.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 17, 2026

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