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terrorism

Terrorism is the use of violence to produce terror for political or ideological purposes.

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Terrorism is the use of violence to produce terror for political or ideological purposes.

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Terrorism is distinct from war in that it need not be the act of a military force or be directed by a sovereign power. Foreign acts of terrorism may be certified as an insurable loss exposure under the Terrorism Risk Insurance Act.

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