confrontational
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When the men follow them to their seats to continue the harassment, the singer puts it to a halt with a confrontational, “Stop! . . . Gimme a beat!”
From Salon • Apr. 11, 2026
It’s this exposé of societal absurdity and Meursault’s atheistic refusal to play along with pacifying notions of sin and redemption, that makes“The Stranger” a pinnacle of confrontational literature.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 10, 2026
But their confrontational behaviour makes it harder for supporters of the wider scene to persuade sceptics that there is a softer side to the Ultras.
From BBC • Mar. 17, 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
They still didn't talk on the bus, but it had become a less confrontational silence.
From "Eleanor & Park" by Rainbow Rowell
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