To call some acts "terror" is to pretend that (say) being shot at on a conventional battlefield is NOT terrifying. Huh?
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It's figurative, but the point is that "terrorist" attacks are more intent on emotional/propaganda impact than practical effects.
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. Example: Genghis Khan (or perhaps Timur) was known to pour molten gold down the throats in public view.

