hawkish
Example Sentences
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A more hawkish ECB will limit the scope for a sustained rally in long-term European bonds, according to Gavekal Research.
From Barron's • Apr. 5, 2026
South Korea’s pick to lead its central bank could tilt policy in a more hawkish direction, though what that means for interest rates remains uncertain.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 27, 2026
South Korea’s central bank pick, Shin Hyun-song, could lead to a more hawkish policy stance amid economic challenges and geopolitical tensions.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 27, 2026
“Higher Oil prices mean a higher risk of stagflation, an incrementally hawkish Fed, and a higher probability of multiple contraction.”
From Barron's • Mar. 23, 2026
Kamau was walking beside him, shoulder to shoulder, his hawkish gaze trained ahead.
From "Beasts of Prey" by Ayana Gray
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.
