hostile

Example Sentences

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In October, the Taiwanese president announced the building of a dome-like air defence system to guard against "hostile threats" - though he did not explicitly mention China.

From BBC

According to the team, this early reservoir of water may have played a key role in Earth's transformation from a hostile, fiery world into one capable of supporting life.

From Science Daily

Among the units they are moving to the area is a Maritime Special Response Team, an elite force trained to board hostile ships, the officials said.

From The Wall Street Journal

Discovery formally rejects Paramount’s hostile bid, accusing the Ellison family of failing to put money into the deal.

From Los Angeles Times

It seems short-sighted to be so hostile to a group that represents the future of the church.

From Salon