aggressive
Example Sentences
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Brazil began an aggressive tightening cycle in 2024 that brought rates to their highest levels in nearly two decades, and started to cautiously lower them in March.
From Barron's • Apr. 23, 2026
The singer-songwriter wrote Fuerza Regida’s gritty hit “Marlboro Rojo” in 45 minutes, ensuring that the song’s aggressive, battle-ready lyrics also captured a romantic spirit.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 23, 2026
Goodall recalled her scientific peers encouraging her not to publish her research, because it “will indicate that we have innate aggressive tendencies,” as she put it.
From Salon • Apr. 23, 2026
She had been accused by a more junior member of staff of rude and aggressive behaviour after Sam had asked her to tie her hair up and not use the ambulance entrance.
From BBC • Apr. 23, 2026
I was okay at it, but according to our coach I wasn’t aggressive enough.
From "Darius the Great Is Not Okay" by Adib Khorram
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