belligerent

Example Sentences

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As Scotland's most belligerent ball carrier, it would enhance their chances if he is physically able to make an impact.

From BBC • Mar. 3, 2026

The U-turn came after weeks of belligerent rhetoric and a vow to slap tariffs on eight European countries starting February 1 unless the autonomous territory was ceded to the United States.

From Barron's • Jan. 22, 2026

“The original narrative was Anastasio became belligerent, they subdued him and he died,” Frey said.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 9, 2026

The company collects cars around the clock, but the cover of darkness cuts the odds of encountering belligerent owners.

From The Wall Street Journal • Oct. 28, 2025

The volcano, rageful and belligerent, bellowed and rumbled and spat, trying to hock them free.

From "The Girl Who Drank the Moon" by Kelly Barnhill