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aggression

[uh-gresh-uhn] / əˈgrɛʃ ən /




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The lawsuit said the shelter failed to alert Moncur that the dog had a known history of aggression due to the cruelty of previous owners.

From Los Angeles Times • May 7, 2026

High on aggression, low on class, through the roof on work-rate and desire but through the floor for composure and accuracy.

From BBC • May 4, 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

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

If a child shows severe aggression, obviously this can’t be ignored.

From "Music and the Child" by Natalie Sarrazin




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