antagonism

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Prince’s shocking death in 2016 gave writers a reason to unearth the shady details of his antagonism toward Michael Jackson.

From Salon • May 16, 2026

"A youth movement will be more effective when internal divisions are minimal, there is ideological plurality without antagonism, and there are few established parties that can easily hijack the movement's results."

From BBC • Apr. 5, 2026

The author proposes that offering Cuba genuine sovereignty rather than further intervention could transform the relationship from one of antagonism to mutual benefit, potentially creating a new geopolitical ally and trade partner.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 21, 2026

Even as they profess admiration for one another’s work, Ruth, Jay and Leigh sink into a bog of miscommunication and antagonism.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 19, 2026

Colonel Korn assured him with a flat lack of conviction, and turned back chuckling to Yossarian, his disdainful merriment increasing at the sight of Yossarian’s unyielding expression of antagonism and distrust.

From "Catch-22" by Joseph Heller