Associations to the word «Brinkmanship»

Wiktionary

BRINKMANSHIP, noun. Pursuit of an advantage by appearing to be willing to risk a dangerous policy rather than concede a point.

Dictionary definition

BRINKMANSHIP, noun. The policy of pushing a dangerous situation to the brink of disaster (to the limits of safety).

Wise words

However many holy words you read, however many you speak, what good will they do you if you do not act upon them?
Dhammapada