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big stick
n.
A display of power or a threat: a foreign policy that relied on the big stick.
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big stick
n
informal force or the threat of using force
adj
(Military) of, or relating to, irresistible military strength
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big′ stick′
n.
political or military force used as a threat.
[1895–1900]
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Noun | 1. | big stick - a display of force or power; "speak softly but carry a big stick" |
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