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aggression

[uh-gresh-uhn] / əˈgrɛʃ ən /




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All three films celebrate highly dominant male protagonists who project raw power, aggression and emotional intensity.

From Barron's • Jun. 10, 2026

While Hull embraces all-out aggression, Korda - who is firmly on track for golfing greatness - took a more pragmatic approach to winning her fourth major title.

From BBC • Jun. 8, 2026

"This aggression does not just target one country, it targets us all."

From Barron's • Jun. 3, 2026

Wembanyama has played his game with determination, aggression and a little bit of a mean streak.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 1, 2026

Capping the brainstem is the R-complex, the seat of aggression, ritual, territoriality and social hierarchy, which evolved hundreds of millions of years ago in our reptilian ancestors.

From "Cosmos" by Carl Sagan




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