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acquiescent

[ak-wee-es-uhnt] / ˌæk wiˈɛs ənt /




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The key to Sheinbaum's success seems to have been in refusing to back down on unreasonable requests or matters of real importance, while similarly not appearing subservient or acquiescent to the White House's demands.

From BBC Mar. 6, 2025

Especially when their mode of emotional reaction is increasingly becoming more combative and agitated rather than docile and acquiescent.

From Seattle Times Jul. 6, 2023

Since assuming office after his third presidential bid, López Obrador has taken a pragmatic, and at times acquiescent, stance with Washington, acknowledging the crucial role of U.S. commerce and investment.

From Los Angeles Times Apr. 20, 2023

Still, what do you expect, when the very bodies who are supposed to represent the game have been so acquiescent?

From New York Times Feb. 25, 2022

To everything the maid was acquiescent, but reluctant and shy as was proper and correct for her.

From "The Good Earth" by Pearl S. Buck




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