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assertive

[uh-sur-tiv] / əˈsɜr tɪv /


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The acid should be present enough to brighten the beans and keep the dish from feeling heavy, but not so assertive that it dominates.

From Salon • Jun. 16, 2026

Jamie said he felt it was impossible to be assertive with the gang because of his condition.

From BBC • Jun. 8, 2026

The United States, India, Japan and Australia jointly voiced concern on Tuesday over the South and East China Seas, warning against any assertive moves.

From Barron's • May 28, 2026

The riff-driven strings wrap around James Gadson’s assertive beat.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 25, 2026

Fuel your ambition with assertive foods was his message some time last month.

From "Saints and Misfits" by S.K. Ali




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