Dove and War hawk

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Dove noun - A person who opposes war or warlike policies.

Usage example: the doves were in favor of using the surplus to improve the nation's schools and not its weapons systems

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War hawk is an antonym for dove.

Nearby Word: Dover

War hawk noun - One who urges or attempts to cause a war.

Usage example: war hawks in the cabinet who urged the President to respond to the threat with armed force

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Dove is an antonym for war hawk.

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