hardening

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With both sides hardening their positions and strikes continuing across the region, analysts warn the conflict could expand further unless diplomatic efforts emerge to de-escalate the fighting.

From Salon • Mar. 7, 2026

Satellite imagery suggests that Iran has been hardening entrances to its nuclear sites in case of attack.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 27, 2026

The RSF set up a parallel government last year, hardening the de facto division of the country.

From BBC • Feb. 24, 2026

As migrant numbers grow, public attitudes appear to be hardening.

From Barron's • Feb. 16, 2026

Shanti could feel the clay hardening, closing her pores.

From "Beauty Queens" by Libba Bray