Pronunciation: /ʃɑk ˈtæktɪks/
noun a strategy or method used to surprise or startle someone in order to achieve a specific goal
A1 Using shock tactics in advertising can grab people's attention quickly.
A2 Some companies resort to shock tactics to increase sales.
B1 The use of shock tactics in political campaigns can be controversial.
B2 The film used shock tactics to make a powerful statement about social issues.
C1 Some artists employ shock tactics to challenge societal norms and provoke thought.
C2 The novel's use of shock tactics left a lasting impact on readers.
formal The marketing team decided to use shock tactics in their new advertising campaign to grab the audience's attention.
informal I can't believe they used shock tactics to promote that new movie - it definitely got people talking!
slang The artist's music video is full of shock tactics, but that's what makes it so popular.
figurative Her bold decision to quit her job without a backup plan was like using shock tactics in her life.
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