Noun
mutually assured destruction (uncountable)
Alternative form of mutual assured destruction
Just like the threat of mutually assured destruction from nuclear weapons, an extensive war in space would make space useless, and the decisions taken today will influence the use of space for many generations to come. Nayef Al-Rodhan
The doctrine of Mutually Assured Destruction surmised that neither superpower would force a direct confrontation, knowing there would be no winner. Source: Internet
In a last ditch attempt to salvage his failing re-election campaign and win votes, Trump has appointed the man behind the upcoming podcast series MAD (Mutually Assured Destruction) and ex circus performer Beppo the sad faced clown. Source: Internet
No wonder the theory was known as Mutually Assured Destruction — or MAD. Source: Internet