fractious
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Washington and Kyiv, where relations have been fractious since the start of President Trump’s second term, have been negotiating a drone manufacturing deal since at least September, according to previous U.S. statements.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 13, 2026
For now, AI spending and a fractious Fed likely aren’t enough to halt the rally, but don’t discount a clash between the two in future.
From Barron's • Apr. 30, 2026
That may be welcome news to Warsh, given the other challenges he is likely to face, including the most fractious Federal Open Market Committee in more than 30 years.
From Barron's • Apr. 29, 2026
As a Shiite-majority nation, Iran has long held fractious and even hostile relationships with Sunni jihadist actors.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 18, 2026
It’s full of rage, a fractious child screaming, “I hate you” at a parent.
From "Educated" by Tara Westover
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