domino theory
Example Sentences
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“A clear domino theory for the 21st century.”
From New York Times
Finally, I stopped believing in the domino theory long ago.
From Washington Post
What about the influence of the domino theory, a key Cold War doctrine, on his decision-making?
From Washington Post
This belief in this domino theory was so strong that the United States broke with its European allies and refused to sign the 1954 Geneva Accords ending the French war.
From New York Times
It’s as if the president is trying to provide proof of concept for President Dwight Eisenhower’s domino theory.
From Washington Post
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.
