aggression
Example Sentences
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Iranian president Pezeshkian said that his country would need guarantees "required to prevent repetition of the aggression" in order for the conflict to end.
From BBC • Apr. 1, 2026
Pentagon officials also consider countering what they call Chinese aggression in the first island chain as a key goal.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 31, 2026
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
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
Contain your aggression to staring into its eyes and hurling toots and taunts.
From "Life of Pi" by Yann Martel
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From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.