confrontational
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Confrontational since childhood — his mother recalls him challenging his teachers and practicing fiery speeches in the mirror — Manzo became disillusioned by his government’s failure to contain crime.
From Los Angeles Times • May 18, 2026
"Confrontational protests, violent or not, are part of all successful social movements," said Oscar Berglund, who researches climate activism and civil disobedience at the University of Bristol in the United Kingdom.
From Salon • Dec. 21, 2022
"Confrontational", "devastating", "visceral", "frazzled", "guttural, volcanic crescendos of industrial gnarl".
From BBC • Dec. 22, 2021
Confrontational approaches — debating, badgering or insisting on your own way — make other people defensive and less willing to come to an agreement, Christian says.
From Seattle Times • Sep. 13, 2021
At the Confrontational Games, everything is being exposed.
From Washington Post • Aug. 9, 2016
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