belligerence
Example Sentences
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Belligerence in reporters’ faces is a sign that the reporters in question have done something worthwhile and, by applying pressure, forced an insecure public figure to bend.
From Slate • May 31, 2016
I felt like telling His Belligerence that what this country needs is a good five-cent czar.
From Time Magazine Archive
Belligerence may serve as a cover-up for failure.
From Time Magazine Archive
Belligerence was now in her tone, in her very attitude.
From Suzanna Stirs the Fire by Blake, Emily Calvin
The second report bore the heading: "Neutrality or Belligerence: Gamburdo or Tabio."
From The Five Arrows by Chase, Allan
Vocabulary lists containing belligerence
Lord of the Flies
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Fighting Words: Belli and Milit
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Ungifted
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