deescalate

Example Sentences

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I decided to help out and deescalate the situation.

From Salon • Mar. 5, 2026

OpenAI, the maker of ChatGPT, told me that their newest model, GPT-5, is a better model to “respond to potential signs of mental and emotional distress” and to deescalate them “in a supportive, grounding way.”

From Slate • Feb. 2, 2026

"A full resumption of hostilities could have serious ramifications on regional peace and security," he said, urging parties to deescalate tensions.

From Barron's • Dec. 26, 2025

Delgadillo and Muneton attempted to negotiate with Nyan in an effort to deescalate the situation, according to the sheriff’s department.

From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 30, 2025

Sensing the agent’s belligerent energy, my mom stood next to me and tried to deescalate the situation by calmly asking the security officer what the problem was.

From "Proud" by Ibtihaj Muhammad