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diplomacy
nounfemininegeneral usecommon/dipluˈmasiɐ/di·plo·ma·ci·a
Definition
1The art or practice of conducting negotiations and relations between nations, states, or organizations, in a peaceful and strategic manner.
Usage examples
“Diplomacy prevented an armed conflict between the two countries.”
“He has a long career in Portuguese diplomacy.”
Common combinations
economic diplomacydiplomatic corpsdiplomatic crisispractice diplomacy
Idiomatic expressions
- Gunboat diplomacy (use of force as a threat in international relations).