1. the practice of pursuing a dangerous policy to the limits of safety before stopping, especially in politics
Usage: political science; diplomacy

Examples

• The nuclear crisis was a dangerous game of brinksmanship between the superpowers.
• His brinksmanship in the negotiations nearly caused the talks to collapse.
• The president’s brinksmanship over the budget led to a government shutdown.
• Corporate brinksmanship can sometimes backfire and damage business relationships.
• The diplomat warned against brinksmanship in the trade dispute.
• Her brinksmanship tactics worked, but at great risk to the alliance.