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assertive

[uh-sur-tiv] / əˈsɜr tɪv /


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

From The Wall Street Journal • May 25, 2026

The production, directed and choreographed by Katie Spelman, saves its most assertive interventions for its female characters.

From Los Angeles Times • May 20, 2026

In this case, the Met believes they can keep both events separate and contained using their "most assertive" powers.

From BBC • May 13, 2026

Why don’t I take an active, assertive role more often?

From Slate • May 10, 2026

His shy, evasive manner of the day before had given way to a slightly more assertive stance.

From "The Secret History" by Donna Tartt




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