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de-escalation

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




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De-escalation of geopolitical tensions erodes the premium that fueled the rally.

From MarketWatch • Jan. 26, 2026

"De-escalation commitments must be fully respected, and civilians must be protected," she added.

From Barron's • Jan. 19, 2026

De-escalation hadn’t yet hit the mainstream in law enforcement, but Sibley recalled spending most of his days doing just that.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 24, 2024

That same month, the National Restaurant Association and ServSafe launched a series of online training sessions for industry members, including a course titled "ServSafe Conflict De-escalation: COVID-19 Precautions."

From Salon • Jul. 5, 2021

De-escalation is much more than talking rather than shooting, he said.

From Seattle Times • Jun. 29, 2020




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