combative

Example Sentences

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Still, nothing was as odd as Bondi’s performance, which was unprofessional and combative.

From Salon

In a paper published in the journal “Cell,” they break down the remarkable ability of one species of rove beetle to live among the typically combative ants.

From Los Angeles Times

“Without us,” he said in a combative speech before the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland, “you’d all be speaking German.”

From Los Angeles Times

Many cite his tone, which they view as overly combative.

From BBC

While associates point to how much she has accomplished in a short period, some of the people also questioned whether her combative relationship with staff could ultimately hinder her ambitious agenda.

From The Wall Street Journal