Against this backdrop of continuing violence and political mismanagement by the Centre, Gandhi’s visit is not only timely and much-needed but also serves to keep the pressure on the Modi government to resolve the situation, or at least defuse it.

Source: https://www.freepressjournal.in/analysis/fpj-editorial-manipur-needs-a-healing-hand

China’s economy is anemic after the abrupt abandonment of Mr. Xi’s strict “zero Covid” policies, and the government is also trying to defuse a longer-term real-estate crisis.

Source: https://www.nytimes.com/2023/02/05/world/asia/china-balloon-united-states.html

Experts had to defuse an eighth IED that did not detonate, and warned the area was still dangerous, Méndez said.

Source: https://abc7.com/drug-cartel-mexico-police-officers-civilians/13498210/

Fingers are pointed The umpire and Faf defuse it quickly.

Source: https://indianexpress.com/article/sports/cricket/delhi-capitals-vs-royal-challengers-bangalore-live-score-ipl-2023-dc-vs-rcb-match-latest-scorecard-updates-at-kotla-stadium-8594632/

He is determined to have his young students learn how to defuse violence, deal with conflict and think peacefully.

Source: https://www.chicagotribune.com/entertainment/ct-ent-irish-film-fest-kogan-0917-20230913-6gxtrcou35avdkyhzyz7csoeay-story.html

In a damage-control move, Congress’ Maharashtra in-charge H.K. Patil met Congress leaders separately in an attempt to defuse the ongoing crisis after CLP leader Thorat submitted his resignation.

Source: https://www.canindia.com/cong-deputes-ramesh-chennithala-to-assess-political-situation-in-maha/

International efforts to defuse a crisis in Kosovo have intensified as ethnic Serbs held more protests in a northern town where clashes with NATO-led peacekeepers left dozens injured and sparked fears of renewed conflict in the troubled region.

Source: https://rapidcityjournal.com/news/nation-world/mccarthy-scrambles-for-gop-support-ahead-of-debt-vote-amazon-workers-stage-walkout-elizabeth-holmes/article_723a5533-58ba-5b03-975a-b061a7317282.html

Ironically, the concert was organized in an effort to defuse political tensions.

Source: https://americansongwriter.com/remember-when-bob-marley-performs-two-days-after-being-shot-in-jamaica/

Israeli protesters are pressing ahead with demonstrations against a government plan to overhaul the judiciary after Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu rejected a compromise proposal intended to defuse the crisis.

Source: https://www.alloaadvertiser.com/news/national/23389905.israelis-step-protests-netanyahu-rejects-compromise-judiciary-row/?ref=rss

Leonardo Dionicio then tried to defuse the tension by apologizing to Hyland for Starks' comments.

Source: https://www.aceshowbiz.com/news/view/00210491.html

Markets remained shut while police are monitoring the circulation of rumours on social media over the last few days and efforts are being made to defuse tension by engaging leaders from both communities.

Source: https://www.siasat.com/marrying-hindu-men-is-beneficial-kajal-hindusthani-to-muslim-women-2559453/

Mr. Putin also sought to defuse criticisms over Russia’s blockade on Ukrainian grain by offering to step up Russian food exports, including providing thousands of tons of free grain to six African countries.

Source: https://www.csmonitor.com/World/Europe/2023/0829/Isolated-from-West-Russia-looks-to-Africa-as-land-of-opportunity?icid=rss

Opening up to someone you trust about your shame can also help defuse those negative, isolating feelings.

Source: https://www.huffingtonpost.co.uk/entry/how-to-enjoy-sex-more_uk_64afb3d7e4b07bb333960acf

Together, we can defuse this time bomb and ensure a safer, more secure living environment."

Source: https://www.falmouthpacket.co.uk/news/24018148.cornwall-among-worst-areas-plumbing-time-bomb-list/?ref=rss

Varadkar’s latest comments appear designed to defuse tensions with the north’s unionist leaders, who have demonized him for his prominent role in persuading then-U.

Source: https://www.politico.eu/article/ireland-pm-leo-varadkar-light-touch-trade-rules-for-northern-ireland-could-fix-mistakes-in-brexit-deal/?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS_Syndication

While the precedents carry some weight, there are two reasons why they might not defuse the potential fallout if the Biden administration followed suit.

Source: https://businessmirror.com.ph/2023/04/01/taiwan-is-pushing-biden-for-a-tax-deal-that-could-infuriate-china/

Will Tokyo defuse local opposition better this time?

Source: https://thediplomat.com/2023/01/japan-us-emphasize-security-cooperation-during-kishida-visit/