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Brinkmanship
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the practice of pushing a dangerous situation or confrontation to the edge of disaster, often with the intention of achieving a specific outcome
Examples
The Cold War era was characterized by moments of brinkmanship, as nuclear-armed nations engaged in high-stakes confrontations.
Diplomats engaged in brinkmanship during the tense negotiations, pushing the limits to secure favorable terms for their respective countries.
