show of force en · NOUN
Pronunciation
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Meanings
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An open demonstration of power by display of a great number of people or resources.
The military parade was an opportunity for the new government to give a show of force to the neighbouring countries.
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| shows of force | Number=Plur | lexicographic |
Synonyms
Translations (11)
hu erődemonstráció (open demonstration of power) · fi voimannäytös (open demonstration of power) · sv maktdemonstration (open demonstration of power) · fr démonstration de force (open demonstration of power) · ar استعراض للقوة (open demonstration of power) · cmn 示威 (open demonstration of power) · es muestra/demostración de fuerza (open demonstration of power) · pl pokaz siły (open demonstration of power) · de Machtdemonstration (open demonstration of power) · nl machtsvertoon (open demonstration of power) · ro demonstrație de forță (open demonstration of power)