fierce
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He started as a fierce critic of American’s premium-heavy cabin configuration on cross-country flights until data showed the appetite for it.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 25, 2026
The renewed surge in energy prices is a particular burden for Germany's heavy industry, in sectors ranging from steel to chemicals, which was also struggling with weak demand in export markets and fierce Chinese competition.
From Barron's • Apr. 22, 2026
The mayor’s alternative — a 9.5% across-the-board property-tax hike — faced fierce pushback.
From MarketWatch • Apr. 18, 2026
The intrusion of e-bikes is sparking a fierce backlash from traditional trail users and forcing land managers into a confusing new debate over safety and fairness.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 17, 2026
But they were so fierce and erratic in their attacks, we never stood a chance.
From "Summer of the Mariposas" by Guadalupe García McCall
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