strident

Example Sentences

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Gabbard’s testimony was of particular interest because, prior to joining the Trump administration, she was known for her strident and uncompromising anti-war philosophy.

From Salon • Mar. 22, 2026

His strident nationalism over the border conflict with Cambodia, his staunch support for the army and his intense loyalty to King Vajiralongkorn all defined him clearly as the standard-bearer for Thai conservatism.

From BBC • Feb. 9, 2026

Far from Minnesota, a cadre of Silicon Valley scientists and founders were more strident.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 29, 2026

Sometimes he’s gotten called out for being too loud, too strident.

From Slate • Dec. 11, 2025

Years later, a friend’s offhand mention that Bobby probably had every expectation of winning his first game against a chess master elicited a strident rebuke: “Of course not!”

From "Endgame" by Frank Brady