war footing

American  

noun

1. the condition or status of a military force or other organization when operating under a state of war or as if a state of war existed.

---

Etymology

Origin of war footing

First recorded in 1890–95

Example Sentences

But there are risks to staying on a constant war footing, like failing to turn its tactical gains into a strategic change in Israel’s position.

From The Wall Street Journal

The FBI and the Department of Homeland Security have been on a war footing since Operation Epic Fury launched Feb. 28.

From Los Angeles Times

He ticks through a list: Russia’s economy is on a war footing; the country is stockpiling artillery shells and tanks; it’s looking to expand its ranks to 1.5 million men.

From The Wall Street Journal

But while the war dominated minds, Putin is also expected to take questions on the economy, which has been on a war footing for almost four years and has prioritised defence over all other sectors.

From Barron's

Russia's economy has also been on a war footing for more than three years now: an economist has been placed in charge of the Defence Ministry, while its factories churn out ever more supplies of drones, missiles and artillery shells.

From BBC