brinkmanship

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And it's goal here is to act with its typical brinkmanship, and try to get something in exchange.

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  1. noun 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.

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  • Mapplethorpe on the other hand was all about brinkmanship, political ambitions, and blind self-interest. —  The Last Oracle by James Rollins
  • Such brinkmanship isn't uncommon during late-stage negotiations, the paper noted, and the companies may yet resume talks.
  • And it's goal here is to act with its typical brinkmanship, and try to get something in exchange. —  ComingAnarchy.com
  • Either blinded by hubris or giddy in our brinkmanship, we relished our future. —  The Full Feed from HuffingtonPost.com
  • I do not have all the answers, but I do not think this brinkmanship is good for the country. —  Bangkok Pundit
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