de-escalation
Americannoun
plural
de-escalationsExample Sentences
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“If the current de-escalation proves temporary and we see hostilities intensify again, the market would likely begin pricing in that path.”
From MarketWatch • Apr. 2, 2026
“Uncertainty remains, but evidence is building that when there are signs of de-escalation, investors are eager to reengage.”
From Barron's • Apr. 1, 2026
“More credible steps toward de-escalation are finally emerging, critically including on Iran’s side,” Westpac Strategy Group said in commentary.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 1, 2026
“Markets are increasingly reacting less to headlines alone and more to whether there is a credible path toward de-escalation, which keeps volatility sensitive but less explosive than last week.”
From Barron's • Mar. 31, 2026
"It has a really compelling interest to do what it can to contribute to de-escalation efforts."
From BBC • Mar. 30, 2026
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