"in terrorem" meaning in English

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Adverb

Etymology: From Latin in terrorem. Etymology templates: {{bor|en|la|in}} Latin in, {{m|la|terrorem}} terrorem Head templates: {{en-adv|-|nolinkhead=1}} in terrorem (not comparable)
  1. As a warning or deterrent; in order to terrify or deter others. Tags: not-comparable Related terms: terror, in terrorem clause
    Sense id: en-in_terrorem-en-adv-vPFx8EfZ Categories (other): English entries with incorrect language header

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          "text": "This idea that the Treaty of Rome, like diamonds, is forever, is held in terrorem over people.",
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