weapon of mass destruction

noun phrase

: a weapon that can destroy entire buildings, cities, etc.

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Recent Examples on the Web In the present day, although the scenario is different, Putin is also using food as a weapon of mass destruction. —

Ihor N. Stelmach, Hartford Courant, 23 Apr. 2024 The fear of terrorists using aircraft as a weapon of mass destruction remained as a real threat, especially considering Ground Zero was only a few miles south. —

Donald J. Mihalek, ABC News, 6 July 2024 Go back to the beginning and see where our modern superhero craze really became a cinematic weapon of mass destruction. —

Brian Tallerico, Vulture, 3 June 2024 More:Stellantis to cut temporary workers at French auto plant More:Trump calls UAW's Fain a 'weapon of mass destruction' for autoworkers Contact Jamie L. LaReau: jlareau@freepress.com. —

Jamie L. Lareau, Detroit Free Press, 30 Jan. 2024 See all Example Sentences for weapon of mass destruction

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