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noun
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The act of deterring, or the state of being deterred.
deterrence in 30 Seconds
- (noun) The act of deterring, or the state of being deterred.
- (noun) Action taken by states or alliances of nations against equally powerful alliances to prevent hostile action.
- (noun) The art of producing in one's enemy the fear of attacking.
Meanings
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noun The act of deterring, or the state of being deterred.
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noun Action taken by states or alliances of nations against equally powerful alliances to prevent hostile action.
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noun The art of producing in one's enemy the fear of attacking.
Synonyms
dissuasion
intimidation
Summary
The act of deterring, or the state of being deterred.
- (noun) The act of deterring, or the state of being deterred.
- (noun) Action taken by states or alliances of nations against equally powerful alliances to prevent hostile action.
- (noun) The art of producing in one's enemy the fear of attacking.
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