brinksmanship


brink·man·ship

B0485400 (brĭngk′mən-shĭp′) also brinks·man·ship (brĭngks′-)n. The practice, especially in international politics, of seeking advantage by creating the impression that one is willing and able to push a highly dangerous situation to the limit rather than concede.

brinkmanship, brinksmanship

the technique or practice in foreign policy of manipulating a dangerous situation to the limits of tolerance or safety in order to secure advantage, especially by creating diplomatic crises.See also: Politics