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Discover LudwigThe phrase "game of chicken" is correct and usable in written English.
It is typically used to describe a situation where two parties engage in a risky confrontation to see who will back down first.
Example: "The negotiations turned into a game of chicken, with both sides refusing to compromise."
Alternatives: "standoff" or "brinkmanship."
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It's a game of chicken.
"So it's a game of chicken.
"It's a huge game of chicken".
This was a game of chicken.
What is happening is a world-wide game of chicken.
It is a high-speed game of chicken.
It is a dangerous and needless game of chicken.
The world is witness to a big game of chicken.
"It's a game of chicken," Mr. Baker said.
They may be playing a precarious game of chicken, however.
Why is Karzai playing such a dangerous game of chicken?
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