deterrence

Example Sentences

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They were referred for prosecution, which is important for deterrence.

From The Wall Street Journal

Is this having the effect of reminding the base of the benefits of strong deterrence or the old saying, peace through strength?

From The Wall Street Journal

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