Nuclear Arms Race
/ˈnuːkliər ɑːrmz reɪs/
Definitions
- (n.) A competitive buildup of nuclear weapons between states, often leading to geopolitical tension and international arms control efforts.
The nuclear arms race between the superpowers heightened global security concerns during the Cold War.
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- nuclear arms race
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Commentary
The term often appears in treaties and international law contexts addressing arms limitation and state security strategies.
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