reactionary

Example Sentences

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“I believe the case was a reactionary case that was overcharged,” said attorney Adam Koppekin, who represents an officer whose case was dismissed.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 7, 2026

Acting on emotions creates what analysts call a “behavior gap,” which is the difference between strong returns and poor returns that tend to be associated with reactionary decision-making.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 7, 2026

"The Grammys are more reactionary than anything else," said Kehrer.

From Barron's • Jan. 30, 2026

The democratic London dandy’s Parisian cousin was a reactionary.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 15, 2026

She beat a gong and shouted, “I am a reactionary teacher. I am a reactionary monster.”

From "Red Scarf Girl: A Memoir of the Cultural Revolution" by Ji-li Jiang