fractious

Example Sentences

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Unlike the decades-old, highly organized independence movement in French-speaking Quebec province, Alberta's fractious separatist camp has not previously threatened Canadian unity.

From Barron's

The maneuverings of larger powers in our fractious world would likely make a mockery of their claimed autonomy.

From The Wall Street Journal

A fractious relationship with Martin threatened to stunt his growth at Ibrox, but under Rohl he has rediscovered some of his best form.

From BBC

It comes at a volatile moment for the relationship between the Horn of Africa neighbours, which share a fractious and violent history.

From BBC

Those who sued during that febrile and fractious period generated considerable anger among PGA Tour players, who felt money that belonged to them as members was being channelled into the pockets of lawyers instead.

From BBC