Meaning Of The Word Saber-rattling

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Saber-rattling Meaning

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saber rattling in American English
a threatening of war, or a menacing show of armed force

saber-rattling
uncountable noun: If you describe a threat, especially a threat of military action, as saber-rattling, you do not believe that the threat will actually be carried out.

saber-rattling in American English
noun: a show or threat of military power, esp. as used by a nation to impose its policies on other countries

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