
Terrorism
Fear Element
Terrorism is often associated with creating a psychological impact beyond the act itself.

The terrorism alert caused widespread panic.
Not Just Physical
Threats of violence can be considered terrorism even if no actions occur.

The threatening letters were deemed as terrorism.
Group Activity
Terrorism usually implies coordinated efforts by a group, not individual acts.

The organization was plotting acts of terrorism.
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ExtremismFanaticismInsurgencyIntimidateRadicalSabotageSubversionViolence
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