rapp
roche
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1
the establishment of harmony and friendly relations between two groups or countries after a period of ill relations
- The two countries sought rapprochement after years of tension.
- Diplomatic efforts led to a rapprochement.
- Rapprochement brought peace to the region.
- The leaders discussed rapprochement at the summit.
- Cultural exchanges fostered rapprochement.
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