aggressive
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In the candid and clearsighted “Jan Morris,” Ms. Wheeler gives us the “monster and the humane, lovable companion,” the aggressive charmer who boasted of being the “only Lady Card Holder” at the Travellers Club.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 23, 2026
Brazil began an aggressive tightening cycle in 2024 that brought rates to their highest levels in nearly two decades, and started to cautiously lower them in March.
From Barron's • Apr. 23, 2026
The singer-songwriter wrote Fuerza Regida’s gritty hit “Marlboro Rojo” in 45 minutes, ensuring that the song’s aggressive, battle-ready lyrics also captured a romantic spirit.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 23, 2026
“Well, yes, I do believe we have innate aggressive tendency,” she said.
From Salon • Apr. 23, 2026
Now down to their tunics and knickers, they took aggressive stances.
From "Scythe" by Neal Shusterman
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