deterrence
Example Sentences
Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.
With these recent executions Beijing appears to be sending a message of deterrence to would-be scammers.
From BBC
The strategy also outlines a "more limited" role for US deterrence of North Korea.
From BBC
According to Rutte's post on X, they agreed "to enhance deterrence and defence in the Arctic".
From BBC
As recently as 2020, China’s nuclear arsenal stood at around 200 warheads, reflecting a minimum nuclear deterrence posture.
But last week’s damage to another cable means deterrence is failing.
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.
