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Phrases with «peace dividend»

The phrase "peace dividend" refers to the positive outcome or benefit that can be gained after a war or military conflict ends. It symbolizes the financial resources saved from reduced military expenses, which can then be used for other societal needs like healthcare, education, or infrastructure. Full definition

Sentences with «peace dividend»

  • President Clinton managed to avoid this effect for a large part of his administration — since the tax hikes he imposed were modest and he benefited by an enormous peace dividend from the fall of the Soviet Union. (firstthings.com)
  • Call it the «oil peace dividend.» (usfunds.com)
  • Proponents of increased public spending refer repeatedly to our «starved public sector,» and they look to the potential peace dividend as an opportunity to return to liberal social programs fallen on lean days because of budget restrictions and the conservative social philosophy of the Reagan and Bush administrations. (firstthings.com)
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