antagonism

Example Sentences

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"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

“Clearly, personal antagonism and poor choices render Beasley Allen’s continued leadership problematic,” the judge wrote.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 30, 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

Gender-focused research supports the lived experience of what women already know: There is a rising tide of gender-based antagonism both online and offline.

From Slate • Jan. 6, 2026

I think that through the cloudiness of his insanity he saw some antagonism in me, for he at once fell back on the last refuge of such as he—a dogged silence.

From "Dracula" by Bram Stoker