asymmetric

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The war looks to be turning into a classic example of how a smaller, weaker power can fight an enemy that is bigger and stronger, the kind of conflict that strategists call asymmetric warfare.

From BBC • Mar. 28, 2026

Still, in pursuing their asymmetric strategy, Tehran’s commanders made one miscalculation.

From Slate • Mar. 13, 2026

Iran’s advantage—its only one—is that it can employ asymmetric means to impose that economic pain.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 12, 2026

“The waterways are vulnerable to asymmetric and cheap warfare including mining the waters and attacks from the air,” he adds.

From Barron's • Mar. 11, 2026

It was also an asymmetric bet, like laying down money on a number in roulette.

From "The Big Short" by Michael Lewis