aggression

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Much of the current research focuses on depression, while other important outcomes such as anxiety, stress, externalizing behaviors, self-esteem and aggression have received far less attention.

From Science Daily • Mar. 29, 2026

Apart from that, there were only brief moments when Scotland's tempo and aggression was right, when they took the game to Japan and gave them a few things to think about.

From BBC • Mar. 28, 2026

Although the Yellow Vests often claimed they were forced to fight back against what they saw as police aggression, none of the protesters advocated violence against people.

From Salon • Mar. 28, 2026

A top Cuban diplomat said the country's military was "preparing these days for the possibility of military aggression."

From Barron's • Mar. 22, 2026

A nonresisting parry channels the energy of the attacking blade into a circular motion, turning aggression back against the opponent.

From "Black Brother, Black Brother" by Jewell Parker Rhodes