aggression
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They say Article 9, written in the aftermath of defeat, is too restrictive, and that Japan must be able to deter aggression, support allies, and respond proactively to crises in the region.
From BBC • May 7, 2026
In World War II, "Japan committed acts of aggression, and in turn suffered enormous damage from the atomic bombs," demonstrator Yura Suzuike told AFP.
From Barron's • May 3, 2026
The most creaky veteran played with the most aggression.
From Los Angeles Times • May 2, 2026
Even a defensive war must be a last resort after all other efforts to prevent aggression have failed.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 26, 2026
Removing a hand from the wall before the frisk was complete constituted aggression at most other facilities, though at Sing Sing it usually prompted merely a warning.
From "Newjack: Guarding Sing Sing" by Ted Conover
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