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We dislike insecure bellicosity not just because it’s embarrassing, but because it is ineffective.

From Slate Apr. 13, 2026

Those who know Michael, who is also a Stanford-trained lawyer, chalk up his public bellicosity toward Anthropic to a fierce professional loyalty.

From The Wall Street Journal Mar. 13, 2026

That misplaced bellicosity played a part in Harrell’s decision to make a change.

From Seattle Times Jun. 2, 2024

An intimidating personality, he was said to be "capable of switching between unbridled charm and ruthless bellicosity".

From BBC Sep. 9, 2023

“Scoffered off,” Wilem announced with an edge of bellicosity.

From "The Name of the Wind" by Patrick Rothfuss




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