Détente
Détente [ dey-TAHNT; Fr. dey-THAN*T ] | |
[ noun ] | |
MEANING : | |
the relaxing or easing of tension, between rivals, esp. nations, through negotiations or talks. | |
USAGE EXAMPLE 1 : | |
During the Cold War there were periods of détente when arms control played a part in helping to enhance confidence between the adversaries. |
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