be violent

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And that’s where the risk lies — if Powell delivers a message too cautious for the data that eventually comes out, or too aggressive for what investors are bracing for, the reaction could be violent.

From MarketWatch • Oct. 27, 2025

The goal was to exclude and physically block “agitators” — anyone who might be violent, record students or disagree with the cause.

From Los Angeles Times • May 9, 2024

"Suddenly appealing for non-violence was equated with being anti-national. I told them I don't have to be violent to support my country. I quit the group."

From BBC • Apr. 28, 2024

Whether these interactions are intended to be violent or not, the cumulative effect is the same.

From Salon • Jul. 18, 2023

I’ve never known her to be violent toward anyone.

From "The Sea in Winter" by Christine Day