What is another word for domino theory?
Pronunciation: [dˈɒmɪnˌə͡ʊ θˈi͡əɹi] (IPA) 
The domino theory was a political idea that gained traction during the Cold War era. It posited that if one country in a region fell to communism, neighboring countries would also become communist. There are several synonyms for the domino theory, including the domino effect, chain reaction, contagion model, and ripple effect. All of these terms refer to the idea that actions in one area can cause a cascade of similar actions or outcomes in other areas. The domino theory played a significant role in shaping US foreign policy during the Cold War and has since been used to describe various political and social phenomena.
