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diplomacy

[dih-ploh-muh-see] / dɪˈploʊ mə si /


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It’s a job that requires a doctorate, a love of Gouda and the diplomacy of a hostage negotiator.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 16, 2026

China has maintained distance from the region’s security architecture while managing its exposure through diversification, reserves and diplomacy.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 14, 2026

In an op-ed for the Guardian last week, Starmer wrote: “Britain’s national interest is best served by de-escalation, diplomacy, and the swift reopening of the strait of Hormuz.”

From Slate • Apr. 13, 2026

But it would send a signal that both sides want to try to end a war sending shocks worldwide, avoid an even riskier escalation, and turn to diplomacy to do a deal.

From BBC • Apr. 10, 2026

In a town like this, where everyone lived on top of everyone else, diplomacy was essential.

From "Twilight" by Stephenie Meyer




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