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What is another word for nuclear weapons?

Pronunciation: [njˈuːkli͡ə wˈɛpənz] (IPA)

Nuclear weapons are considered to be one of the most dangerous weapons in the world. This is due to the fact that they can cause widespread destruction and long-term effects on human health and the environment. In addition to using the term "nuclear weapons," there are several other synonyms that can be used to describe these powerful armaments. These include atomic bombs, hydrogen bombs, nuclear warheads, nuclear devices, and nuclear explosives. Regardless of the term used, the fact remains that nuclear weapons are a threat to global stability and should be treated with extreme caution. Many nations have enacted laws and treaties to prevent proliferation and use of these weapons.
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  • We are not afraid of nuclear weapons. The point is that if we had in fact wanted to build a nuclear bomb, we are brave enough to say that we want it. But we never do that.
    Mahmoud Ahmadinejad
  • Since Europe is dependent on imports of energy and most of its raw materials, it can be subdued, if not quite conquered, without all those nuclear weapons the Soviets have aimed at it simply through the shipping routes and raw materials they control.
    Barbara Amiel
  • Above all else, we need a reaffirmation of political commitment at the highest levels to reducing the dangers that arise both from existing nuclear weapons and from further proliferation.
    Kofi Annan
  • I think the American people are very smart in understanding our country is very trustworthy with nuclear weapons. We've had them from the beginning. But they have also been critical for keeping the world more at peace than it would have been if it hadn't been for the American nuclear umbrella.
    Haley Barbour
  • The threat from Saddam Hussein and weapons of mass destruction - chemical, biological, potentially nuclear weapons capability - that threat is real.
    Tony Blair

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