war hawk

The term "war hawk" is often used in political contexts to describe individuals who favor military solutions over diplomatic ones.

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Definition

(figurative, informal)A person who strongly supports war or military action, often favoring aggressive policies.

The senator was labeled a war hawk for his relentless push for military intervention.

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