hostilities
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But auto-fuel sales fell 1.9%, as crude-oil prices climbed throughout the month on enduring uncertainty over hostilities in the Persian Gulf.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 6, 2026
On the downside, spending also got a boost from an increase in gas prices after the U.S. and Iran resumed hostilities.
From MarketWatch ● Sep. 30, 2026
Earlier media reports suggested the new plan calls for a cessation of all hostilities in the Middle East for seven days, including in Lebanon.
From Barron's ● Sep. 26, 2026
The main diplomatic effort is being led by the AU, which has called for an immediate cessation of hostilities and a return to direct talks.
From BBC ● Sep. 25, 2026
Only a few hours after the outbreak of hostilities between Japan and the United States, San Piedro Island late last night was prepared—temporarily at least—for an air raid bombing or other serious emergency.
From "Snow Falling on Cedars: A Novel" by David Guterson
