"finite deterrence" meaning in English

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Noun

Head templates: {{en-noun|-}} finite deterrence (uncountable)
  1. (military) The strategy of making a nuclear victory so costly that it is preferable for the enemy not to fight. Tags: uncountable Categories (topical): Military, Nuclear warfare

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