Question

\detente\ describes which of the following?
espionage and proxy conflicts
the looming threat of nuclear war
thawing relations and coexistence

Explanation:

"Detente" refers to the easing of strained relations, especially in a political context (like Cold War era between superpowers). "Thawing relations and coexistence" matches this definition. "Espionage and proxy conflicts" relate to conflict, not detente. "The looming threat of nuclear war" is tension, not detente.

Answer:

C. thawing relations and coexistence (assuming the third option is labeled C; if original options had no labels, based on the last option: "thawing relations and coexistence")