flypaper theory (English, noun)
expansion: flypaper theory (uncountable)
Senses:
topics: economics
sciences
glosses: The idea that the burdens of taxation "stick" to those taxed directly instead of spreading through the economy.
tags: uncountable
topics: government
military
politics
war
glosses: The idea that it is desirable to lure one's enemies into a single country or area where they can be more effectively dealt with.
tags: uncountable
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