scorched-earth

See also: scorched earth

English

Alternative forms

Etymology

See scorched earth.

Adjective

scorched-earth (not comparable)

  1. Characterized by a desire to prevail at any cost.
    The scorched-earth ad campaign directed at her opponent didn't win her many votes.
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