aggressive
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Bovino’s aggressive tactics sparked intense opposition from Angelenos, including those gathered in the streets in front of the sprawling federal office complex in downtown Los Angeles on June 9.
From Salon • Apr. 15, 2026
"Sometimes you get a bounce but I think you get that when a new manager comes in and you are front-footed and aggressive on the ball," he said.
From BBC • Apr. 13, 2026
Ideaya’s treatment targets an aggressive form of uveal melanoma that generally has a poor prognosis because it occurs in patients who lack the genetic marker to receive typical immunotherapy.
From Barron's • Apr. 13, 2026
Jurors also have rejected efforts by Pirro’s office to prosecute aggressive cases stemming from Trump’s law-enforcement surge in the nation’s capital, including one against a man who threw a sandwich at a federal agent.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 12, 2026
His aggressive companion stopped short: the look of surprise spreading over his face was quickly replaced by displeasure.
From "Nectar in a Sieve" by Kamala Markandaya
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