war on terror

The global conflict between radical Islam and Western democratic countries. Takes the form of intelligence gathering, police action, propaganda, terrorist attacks, diplomacy and military action.

After groups like Al Qaeda declared war on America in the 90s, they followed up with several attacks on US interests abroad and 9/11 at home. This lead to a more aggressive stance by the US and its allies.
While some people like to claim that there's no "war on terror"...there actually is and it is very real.
by Guy Dude Bro September 30, 2007
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To add "safety precautions" when it really invades ones privacy.
by apoc December 18, 2002
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alrght boys, i'll be back, i'm about to fight the war on terrorism
by Pint-O December 18, 2002
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