assertiveness
Example Sentences
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Barack Obama's last visit to China as president threw a spotlight on the country's growing assertiveness and mounting rivalry with Washington.
From Barron's • May 15, 2026
Tesla’s self-driving cars are also safe but evince greater assertiveness.
From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 7, 2025
The apprehension he exhibited in his first major league season has been replaced by assertiveness, leading to him terrorizing hitters of whom he used to be overly respectful.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 12, 2025
All three are concerned about China's assertiveness in the South China Sea, along with the Philippines.
From BBC • Feb. 3, 2025
His half-brother Charles, only a little over a year younger, grew up with his father’s assertiveness.
From "East of Eden" by John Steinbeck
