brawler

Example Sentences

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Opposition leader and Conservative Party head Pierre Poilievre, normally a relentless partisan brawler, has called it "well-crafted and eloquently delivered."

From Barron's • Jan. 27, 2026

He has been labelled as a brawler throughout his career but proved he has a lot more to offer in sealing this win.

From BBC • Nov. 15, 2025

The contradictions of mixed martial arts brawler Mark Kerr can’t be contained by a ring, an octagon or a film.

From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 3, 2025

That stifled voice might find comfort in watching Ritchson’s brawler get his bell rung and refuse to back down from the inevitable conflict that might break him.

From Salon • Feb. 20, 2025

Love drives away the brawler War, and keeps The realm and host of stars beyond his reach; In one long calm the general concord steeps The elements, and tempers each to each.

From Poetical Works of William Cullen Bryant Household Edition by Stoddard, Richard Henry