Direct action

Definition

A military operation to directly strike an objective, as opposed to indirect methods like prayers or strongly-worded letters.

Example Usage

Special Forces conducted a direct action raid on the terrorist compound.

Origin

Special operations nomenclature, formalized in modern military doctrine

Fun Fact

Direct action has a 100% success rate... at succeeding, though not always at avoiding unintended consequences

Source: Special Operations Command doctrine

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