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The phrase "a rod of fear" is correct and usable in written English.
It can be used metaphorically to describe something that instills fear or serves as a means of control or punishment.
Example: "The dictator ruled with a rod of fear, ensuring that no one dared to oppose him."
Alternatives: "a tool of intimidation" or "an instrument of terror".
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Mick Quinn Martin O'Neill rules with a rod of fear.
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Domenech appears to be ruling with a rod of iron.
Animals were placed gently onto a rod of the rota-rod device.
Now Mr. Qumu has become a lightning rod for fears of renewed Islamist violence, especially among followers of unconventional schools of Islam.
This device, which consists of a Piezoelectric system that pushes a rod out of a box.
Use a rod instead of only line.
Create an air of fear.
Why is she such a lightning rod of criticism?
It would perfectly cap A-Rod's season of trolling.
Say, "Way to go, A-Rod, great choice of teams".
By now, most agree, he has become a lightning rod for Jewish fears of dwindling support for Israel and a feeling that anti-Semitism is growing among blacks.
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