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cease-fire

[sees-fahyuhr] / ˈsisˈfaɪər /
NOUN
a stop in fighting
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While the possibility remains that hostilities could flare up again in the Persian Gulf, Haefele is adamant that gradual de-escalation is ongoing, citing President President Trump’s assertion that a cease fire is still in effect.

From MarketWatch • May 8, 2026

Ukraine and Russia will cease fire for the Orthodox Easter holidays, the warring countries' leaders said on Thursday, announcing a rare 32-hour halt in fighting.

From Barron's • Apr. 9, 2026

A cry for help was heard in Hebrew and the battalion commander ordered the troops to cease fire.

From BBC • Dec. 16, 2023

China's foreign ministry on Thursday urged all parties to "immediately cease fire", resolve the conflict through dialogue and ensure the stability of the border.

From Reuters • Nov. 3, 2023

He made them cease fire, knowing soon we’d be in the open.

From "The Killer Angels: The Classic Novel of the Civil War" by Michael Shaara




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