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Finite deterrence
Noun
Definitions
1.
Noun
The strategy of making a nuclear victory so costly that it is preferable for the enemy not to fight.
Synonyms
deterrence
mutual assured destruction
nuclear option
interdiction
mutually assured destruction
decapitation strike
splendid first strike
hard kill
nuclear fratricide
massive retaliation
boat
boke
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