assertiveness

Example Sentences

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Barack Obama's last visit to China as president threw a spotlight on the country's growing assertiveness and mounting rivalry with Washington.

From Barron's • May 15, 2026

But both countries are allies of the US, and have worked together to counter China's increasing assertiveness in the region.

From BBC • Jan. 14, 2026

The strategy behind this new assertiveness was born from crisis.

From The Wall Street Journal • Oct. 24, 2025

The apprehension he exhibited in his first major league season has been replaced by assertiveness, leading to him terrorizing hitters of whom he used to be overly respectful.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 12, 2025

His half-brother Charles, only a little over a year younger, grew up with his father’s assertiveness.

From "East of Eden" by John Steinbeck