Meaning Of The Word Sabre-rattling

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Sabre-rattling Meaning

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Sabre-rattling Definition

What's The Definition Of Sabre-rattling?

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

sabre-rattling in British English
a situation in which someone is behaving very aggressively and making threats, often of military action, although it is not certain how serious they are or whether they will actually carry out their threats
seeking to intimidate by an aggressive display of military power

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