combativeness
Example Sentences
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Dave’s embarrassment about their struggles was coming out as combativeness toward the people to whom they owed money.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 18, 2026
Known for his mischievous humour and charm but also for his occasional plain-spoken combativeness, Hockney enjoyed a wide circle of friends while remaining close to his parents, whom he painted in several memorable portraits.
From Barron's ● Jun. 12, 2026
Given his chivalrous nature, Garnett confined his combativeness during a midweek practice to an emphatic arm swing after beating Bruins center Lauren Betts with a move ending in a layup.
From Los Angeles Times ● Mar. 28, 2024
Some of that combativeness may have softened as PCC moved to shed some of its costly operations.
From Seattle Times ● Feb. 7, 2024
On the opening day of the trial, they displayed their combativeness with a risky legal maneuver that a number of us had decided on in consultation with the lawyers.
From "Long Walk to Freedom" by Nelson Mandela
