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Act of terrorism
/ˈakt ɒv tˈɛɹəɹˌɪzəm/
/ˈækt ʌv tˈɛɹɚɹˌɪzəm/Act of terrorism
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the calculated use of violence (or the threat of violence) against civilians in order to attain goals that are political or religious or ideological in nature; this is done through intimidation or coercion or instilling fear
Example
The international community condemned the act of terrorism, which included attempts to kidnap diplomats.
