hostile
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The Abraham Accords, a set of agreements brokered under Trump in 2020, govern the normalization of diplomatic relations between Israel and countries that have historically been hostile to it.
From Barron's • May 25, 2026
Some see emails like this and conclude their boss could be hostile to them, leaving them fearful of losing promotion opportunities or worse.
From Salon • May 25, 2026
Palantir's UK chief executive Louis Mosley also said the decision would "give hostile states and criminals an advantage".
From BBC • May 22, 2026
The U.A.E.’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs declined to comment on the strikes but pointed to previous statements in which it asserted its right to respond—including militarily—to hostile acts.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 11, 2026
Their appearance was greeted with hostile stares that shimmered almost visibly throughout the room.
From "The Great Santini" by Pat Conroy
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