"domino theory" meaning in All languages combined

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Proper name [English]

Forms: the domino theory [canonical]
Etymology: An allusion to a row of dominoes in which the fall of one leads to a cascade of falling pieces. Head templates: {{en-prop|def=1}} the domino theory
  1. (politics, historical) Synonym of domino effect Wikipedia link: Domino theory Tags: historical Categories (topical): Cold War, Politics Synonyms: domino effect [synonym, synonym-of]
    Sense id: en-domino_theory-en-name-19Bf9KUv Categories (other): English entries with incorrect language header Topics: government, politics

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