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aggressor

[uh-gres-er] / əˈgrɛs ər /


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A stand of 86 between Brook and Lawrence was full of intent at the beginning of the day, with Lawrence the aggressor.

From BBC ● Sep. 10, 2026

Axar played the aggressor, Sundar the anchor, and the win was sealed with 28 balls to spare.

From BBC ● Jul. 14, 2026

He warned this month that "any external aggressor will encounter an unbreakable resistance."

From Barron's ● Mar. 29, 2026

But attorneys for the county argued in court filings that it was Seitz who was actually the aggressor.

From Los Angeles Times ● Feb. 27, 2026

Military leaders warned that it was essential to be strong and prepared, as a warning to any aggressor.

From "The War to End All Wars: World War I" by Russell Freedman




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