Watergate Scandal: This term refers to a political scandal during Nixon's presidency where members of his administration were involved in illegal activities such as wiretapping.
Detente: This term refers to Nixon's policy of reducing tensions between the United States and communist countries, particularly the Soviet Union and China.
Resignation: This term refers to when Nixon stepped down from office in August 1974 following the threat of impeachment due to his involvement in the Watergate scandal.