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Oxford Dictionary of Idioms
Oxford Dictionary of Idioms

Idiom: Act of war


Idiom Definition

Meaning:

  • An act of war is a action that is either intended to start a war or that is interpreted as being sufficient cause for a war.

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Contributed By: Richelle vizcarrondo

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