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Carrot-and-stick

Adjective

Definition: (Of a method of persuasion or coercion), characterised by both the offer of reward and the threat of punishment; for instance, a carrot-and-stick approach.

Examples: “It’s a carrot-and-stick philosophy we use here.”

“The project uses a carrot-and-stick approach to bring about change throughout the entire industry,” he said.

“The international community can play its part by using a carrot-and-stick approach towards the country with respect to monetary aid.”

“It was clear from his presentation that the carrot-and-stick methods of welfare delivery worked.”

Published in Dawn, Young World June 24th, 2017