What is another word for nuclear deterrence?
Pronunciation: [njˈuːkli͡ə dɪtˈɜːɹəns] (IPA) 
Nuclear deterrence is a term used to describe the practice of preventing aggression or war by threatening the use of nuclear weapons. However, there are other terms and phrases that can be used to describe this concept. One alternative is "strategic deterrence," which encompasses a broader range of deterrent strategies and not just the use of nuclear weapons. Another synonym is "nuclear brinkmanship," which refers to the act of pushing a conflict to the brink of war in order to gain a strategic advantage. "Mutually assured destruction" is another term commonly used to describe the idea that the threat of nuclear retaliation from both sides will prevent either side from using their nuclear arsenal.
