combative

Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

He campaigned alongside the RSP president, combative television host Rabi Lamichhane, 51, a former deputy prime minister and interior minister and now a fellow lawmaker who retains a pivotal role in power.

From Barron's • Mar. 27, 2026

That battle of wills set the tone for a surprisingly combative hearing, which also featured some wry probing of a mysterious secret mission Mullin supposedly went on a decade ago.

From Slate • Mar. 21, 2026

Islas, who said he has been diagnosed with autism, maintained he wasn’t doing anything combative that night.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 19, 2026

Don't get me wrong, the tone of these discussions has always been quarrelsome and combative; more Lemme than Liszt.

From BBC • Mar. 7, 2026

Speaking to reporters outside the church after the rally, an equally combative Ralph Abernathy met head-on the charge of being an outside agitator.

From "The Best of Enemies" by Osha Gray Davidson