Friday word: detente
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1word1daydétente, n. dé·tente \dā-ˈtänt\
1: the relaxation of strained relations or tensions (as between nations) diplomats brokering a détente; also : a policy promoting this
2: a period of détente; the beginning of a détente
Examples:
as the countries move toward détente
the start of a détente
Etymology:
French
First Known Use: 1908
1: the relaxation of strained relations or tensions (as between nations) diplomats brokering a détente; also : a policy promoting this
2: a period of détente; the beginning of a détente
Examples:
as the countries move toward détente
the start of a détente
Etymology:
French
First Known Use: 1908
