assertiveness

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The measure authorizes roughly $8 billion more than the administration requested, a signal of congressional assertiveness on defense priorities.

From Barron's • Dec. 19, 2025

As bonds between the U.S. and other democracies come under strain, Beijing’s new assertiveness also stems from pride over China’s prowess in future-defining technologies, from artificial intelligence to high-speed rail and clean energy.

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 3, 2025

The apprehension he exhibited in his first major league season has been replaced by assertiveness, leading to him terrorizing hitters of whom he used to be overly respectful.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 12, 2025

All three are concerned about China's assertiveness in the South China Sea, along with the Philippines.

From BBC • Feb. 3, 2025

He put indignant conviction into this, pouncing on the first sprig of assertiveness in me.

From "A Separate Peace" by John Knowles