deterrent

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The federation pressed for a reversal of "non-attendance policies" for incidents and warned that a shift towards non-custodial sentences, even for violent offenders, could give the appearance that there was "no meaningful deterrent".

From BBC

This is a fundamental transformation from a minimal deterrent to strategic parity with America and Russia in both quality and quantity.

From The Wall Street Journal

The findings could have major implications for the National Nuclear Security Administration, which is responsible for maintaining the nation's nuclear deterrent.

From Science Daily

The German leader also revealed that "confidential talks" were ongoing with Macron on creating a joint European nuclear deterrent.

From BBC

So can the media, and perhaps even the prospect of more scrutiny will be a deterrent to fraud.

From The Wall Street Journal