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deterrence theory
deh-TER-ents THEER-ee
dɪˈtɛrəns ˈθɪəriListen
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deterrencetheory
Dictionary meaning
strategic concept that threats of retaliation can prevent an adversary from taking hostile action; works through raising the perceived cost of aggression above anticipated gains; nuclear deterrence has been central to great power relations since 1945
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