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aggression

[uh-gresh-uhn] / əˈgrɛʃ ən /




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The lawsuit said the shelter failed to alert Moncur that the dog had a known history of aggression due to the cruelty of previous owners.

From Los Angeles Times • May 7, 2026

In World War II, "Japan committed acts of aggression, and in turn suffered enormous damage from the atomic bombs," demonstrator Yura Suzuike told AFP.

From Barron's • May 3, 2026

In June 2024, Russian President Putin and Kim signed a deal pledging that their countries would help each other in the event of "aggression" against either country.

From BBC • Apr. 28, 2026

Both made clear their actions rested on moral and strategic judgments, not national ambition or aggression.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 23, 2026

Except for an occasional leadership role with Sula, she had no aggression.

From "Sula" by Toni Morrison




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