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antagonize

[an-tag-uh-nahyz] / ænˈtæg əˌnaɪz /


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The plan could result in putting more U.S. troops closer to the Russian border, an outcome likely to antagonize Moscow.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 8, 2026

The former official asked not to be named because they work in public health and don’t want to antagonize the current administration.

From Salon • Apr. 4, 2026

“Halfrican” explores the theme of “in between-ness” and encourages viewers to antagonize preconceived notions of identity.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 3, 2024

“When we are fighting for our survival, we can’t afford to antagonize either Biden or Trump,” Mr. Merezhko said.

From New York Times • Apr. 19, 2024

He was probably concerned that Workman, being unfamiliar with Seabiscuit, would overdo it and antagonize the horse.

From "Seabiscuit: An American Legend" by Laura Hillenbrand




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