domino theory

Example Sentences

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According to the “domino theory,” countries around the world would fall to communism one-by-one — unless America stopped its spread.

From Salon

“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

The Solomons are in jeopardy now, and while “domino theory” inevitability might not yet obtain, other island states are clearly vulnerable.

From Washington Post

“Eisenhower firmly believed in the domino theory. He visited Taiwan to show America’s resolve to defend Taiwan.”

From Washington Post