PRE-EMPTIVE STRIKE
(noun)Definitions
There is 1 meaning of the phrase
Pre-Emptive Strike.
Pre-Emptive Strike - as a noun
A surprise attack that is launched in order to prevent the enemy from doing it to you
Example Sentences
"The country launched a pre-emptive strike to neutralize the enemy's missile capabilities."
"The military commanders discussed the possibility of a pre-emptive strike against the terrorist group."
"The president justified the pre-emptive strike as a necessary measure for national security."
"The intelligence agencies gathered information to plan a pre-emptive strike on the enemy's nuclear facilities."
"The government authorized a pre-emptive strike to dismantle the rebel stronghold."