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Definition
Hawks; a political faction that favors aggressive or militaristic foreign policies to solve conflicts.
How it's used
Borrowing directly from international political terminology, this term describes individuals or groups who favor aggressive policies or military intervention over diplomacy. It is frequently used in news reports and political commentary to contrast with 鴿派, which represents the dovish, peace-oriented faction. The term is not limited to government officials and can describe anyone holding a consistently confrontational or uncompromising position in a negotiation.
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Common mistake
Avoid using this to describe actual birds of prey, as the term is strictly metaphorical for political or ideological stances. It is also not used to describe someone who is simply brave or aggressive in a personal, non-political context.
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