confrontational

Example Sentences

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After consulting with players and fans, the Prem rebranded at the beginning of the current campaign with an emphasis on the physicality and confrontational nature of the on-pitch action.

From BBC • Mar. 25, 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

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

Her style is confrontational and seemingly fearless, often provoking hugely divergent reactions from critics and fans.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 11, 2026

Despite Howard Fuller’s personal commitment to confrontational politics, Operation Breakthrough was limited in many ways as an organization.

From "The Best of Enemies" by Osha Gray Davidson