Fabian policy

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Much could be said in favour of a "Fabian" policy of delay.

From The Development of the European Nations, 1870-1914 (5th ed.) by Rose, John Holland

They chafed under this Fabian policy, and at length imputed it to cowardice.

From The Jesuits in North America in the Seventeenth Century by Parkman, Francis

Perhaps, if history had preserved the reports of Hannibal, the "Fabian policy" would not have become so reputable.

From History of Morgan's Cavalry by Duke, Basil Wilson

Ferdinand, well understanding the peculiar characters of the French and of the Spanish soldier, had cautioned his general to adopt the Fabian policy of Gonsalvo, and avoid a close encounter as long as possible.

From The History of the Reign of Ferdinand and Isabella the Catholic — Volume 3 by Prescott, William Hickling

Greene came with his Fabian policy, acquired in the school of Washington, to repair the errors of Gates.

From Great Men and Famous Women. Vol. 2 A series of pen and pencil sketches of the lives of more than 200 of the most prominent personages in History by Horne, Charles F. (Charles Francis)