confrontational

Example Sentences

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Leo has often been described as a more conciliatory and less confrontational figure than Francis, who clearly emerged from what might be called the center-left of the Latin American church.

From Salon • Apr. 5, 2026

Rep. Jasmine Crockett, the preferred candidate of many Republicans because of her confrontational style of politics.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 4, 2026

It was the last flare-up of a confrontational night, one that ends with Arsenal having their destiny in their own hands as they stand eight games from title glory.

From BBC • Mar. 4, 2026

Although it is not unusual for various parties to seek to influence in works council elections, this "highly confrontational approach" is unprecedented, he said.

From Barron's • Mar. 2, 2026

“I wish the evangelist would stop saying that,” my mother told a woman nearby, alarmed by the confrontational tone of the sermon.

From "Kaffir Boy: An Autobiography" by Mark Mathabane