de-escalating

verb

Definition of de-escalatingnext
present participle of de-escalate
1
as in reducing
to make smaller in amount, volume, or extent first, the mediator tried to de-escalate the tension in the room

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2
as in decreasing
to grow less in scope or intensity especially gradually the fighting de-escalated as the peace talks progressed

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for de-escalating
  1. reducing
  2. diminishing
  3. easing
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  • This could ensure more consistent calls, reducing the controversy often seen in high-stakes games.
    Giovanni Malloy, Forbes, 6 Jan. 2025
  • Conversely, by reducing the number of vehicles entering Manhattan, the initiative could dramatically transform the urban commuting experience.
    Jack Kelly, Forbes, 6 Jan. 2025
Definition of reducing
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  • However, as the FOMC has cut interest rates since last summer, that risk though material today, is diminishing.
    Simon Moore, Forbes, 7 Jan. 2025
  • The party came to end with a first-round loss at Notre Dame – IU’s other defeat was against another CFP semifinalist in Ohio State — but there is no diminishing what the Hoosiers accomplished this season.
    Tom Layberger, Forbes, 6 Jan. 2025
Definition of diminishing
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  • Its next-generation smart gate system uses AI and machine learning to verify the identities of drivers, vehicles, and goods, significantly easing congestion and streamlining administrative processes.
    Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 3 Jan. 2025
  • Potassium may help lower high blood pressure by flushing excess sodium through urine and easing tension on the walls of your blood vessels.
    Lindsey DeSoto, RD, LD, Verywell Health, 3 Jan. 2025
Definition of easing
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