SHOWOFFORCE

Show of force

A show of force is a military operation intended to warn or intimidate an opponent and to showcase one's own capability or will to act if provoked. Shows of force may also be executed by police forces and other armed, non-military groups.

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show of force

Noun

  1. An open demonstration of power by display of a great numbers of people and / or resources.
    The military parade was an opportunity for the new government to give a notable show of force to the neighbouring countries.


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