argumentative

Example Sentences

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But she also noticed that people have become more argumentative.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 4, 2024

So there’s a theory percolating online that if you adopt the qualities of a stone, becoming impassive and bland, then you will repel the argumentative, antagonistic people in your life who are itching for conflict.

From New York Times • May 31, 2024

"He became somewhat argumentative with the defense, and seemed to shirk responsibility for prior inconsistent statements," McQuade said.

From Salon • May 14, 2024

He had a shorter temper and was argumentative with family members in a way he never had been before the crash.

From BBC • Apr. 1, 2024

He has a huge heart, but he’s stubborn and argumentative.

From "Vincent and Theo: The Van Gogh Brothers" by Deborah Heiligman