aggression

Example Sentences

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Though the Cuban government has acknowledged talks, Díaz-Canel warned last month that “any act of aggression will clash with an impregnable resistance.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 3, 2026

In September last year, Pakistan signed a defence pact with Saudi Arabia, agreeing that "any aggression against either country shall be considered an aggression against both".

From BBC • Mar. 30, 2026

Much of the current research focuses on depression, while other important outcomes such as anxiety, stress, externalizing behaviors, self-esteem and aggression have received far less attention.

From Science Daily • Mar. 29, 2026

Although the Yellow Vests often claimed they were forced to fight back against what they saw as police aggression, none of the protesters advocated violence against people.

From Salon • Mar. 28, 2026

There are creatures that interpret mere eye contact as aggression.

From "Catching Fire" by Suzanne Collins