| 单词 | saber rattling |
| 释义 | saber rattling (once / 139051 pages) n WORD FAMILY saber rattling USAGE EXAMPLESAfter all the saber rattling, “Boy King” ends in a reflexive mood, supplanting testosterone with tenderizer. Washington Times(Aug 10, 2016) Despite the saber rattling, there have been no firm military moves that could cause an escalation of tensions. Reuters(Jul 31, 2016) “I do believe that there’s going to be some saber rattling, some threats, but I think that they are hollow,” Mr. Cornyn said. New York Times(May 17, 2016) n the ostentatious display of military power (with the implied threat that it might be used) Syn|Hyper sabre rattling action, military action a military engagement |
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