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saber rattling

/ˈseɪbər ˌrætlɪŋ/

翻译: 指以好战或威胁性的言论、军事行动或武力展示来恐吓对手,通常并无真正开战的意图。

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/ˈseɪbər ˌrætlɪŋ/C1formalpolitical
  • zh指以好战或威胁性的言论、军事行动或武力展示来恐吓对手,通常并无真正开战的意图。

Aggressive or threatening language, actions, or displays of military power intended to intimidate an opponent, often without actual intent to engage in conflict.

  1. Military threat displayC1formal

    The act of making aggressive or threatening statements or actions, especially regarding military force, to intimidate an opponent.

    zh炫耀武力

    • The country's saber rattling has increased tensions in the region.
    • Diplomats are concerned about the recent saber rattling from both sides.
    • His speech was full of saber rattling, but no real action was taken.