1
as in aggressiveness
an inclination to fight or quarrel
though the dogs have a reputation for aggression, many of their owners insist they make gentle pets
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2
as in attack
the act or action of setting upon with force or violence
diplomats warned that any aggression by either side could easily turn into a full-scale war
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Recent Examples of aggression
In 2021, the aggression expanded to include infants.
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Ryan Brennan, Miami Herald, 10 Apr. 2026
An additional 14 adolescent or adult Central males disappeared during that time, and their bodies were never recovered—these males hadn’t shown signs of illness, so at least some of them also may have been victims of Western chimpanzee aggression.
—Jason P. Dinh, Scientific American, 9 Apr. 2026
For three seasons, Jimmy, a therapist grieving the loss of his wife, has used unconventional methods —think taking someone with aggression issues to a boxing ring — to get through to his patients.
—Amy Amatangelo, Los Angeles Times, 9 Apr. 2026
Pakistan, which does not recognize the state of Israel, condemned the aggression.
—Rhea Mogul, CNN Money, 9 Apr. 2026
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Ryan Brennan, Miami Herald, 10 Apr. 2026
An additional 14 adolescent or adult Central males disappeared during that time, and their bodies were never recovered—these males hadn’t shown signs of illness, so at least some of them also may have been victims of Western chimpanzee aggression.
—Jason P. Dinh, Scientific American, 9 Apr. 2026
For three seasons, Jimmy, a therapist grieving the loss of his wife, has used unconventional methods —think taking someone with aggression issues to a boxing ring — to get through to his patients.
—Amy Amatangelo, Los Angeles Times, 9 Apr. 2026
Pakistan, which does not recognize the state of Israel, condemned the aggression.
—Rhea Mogul, CNN Money, 9 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for aggression
Noun
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However, her production dipped late in the year, particularly in SEC play, as her aggressiveness attacking the rim declined.—
Aaron Segal,
Kansas City Star,
4 Apr. 2026
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Colorado’s aggressiveness with trading away draft picks and prospects to help the NHL club’s pursuit of a Stanley Cup has often left the organization’s pipeline thin, but also provides opportunities for undrafted players like Logan O’Connor and Sam Malinski to earn chances and thrive.—
Corey Masisak,
Denver Post,
30 Mar. 2026
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There are also other artists, like Patricia Frischer, who has been doing a series of images about the #MeToo movement and women’s rights, which are also under attack at the moment.—
Lisa Deaderick,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
18 Apr. 2026
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Cooper said that no US ships have come under attack since the operation began, and as of Friday there had been 19 vessels that had attempted to violate the blockade but heeded US warnings and returned back to port without incident.—
Mitchell McCluskey,
CNN Money,
17 Apr. 2026
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Lebanese officials have pushed for a ceasefire, while Israel has framed the negotiations around Hezbollah’s disarmament and a potential peace deal, without publicly committing to halting hostilities or withdrawing its forces.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
14 Apr. 2026
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Thanks to the religious hostilities that burst open in the late sixteenth century, the prevailing hue is blood.—
Anthony Lane,
New Yorker,
13 Apr. 2026
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This latest ideological assault on professionalism advances neither objective.—
The New Yorker,
New Yorker,
13 Apr. 2026
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Way has been charged with felony first-degree assault, the outlets reported, citing court documents.—
Samira Asma-Sadeque,
PEOPLE,
13 Apr. 2026
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Her parents were raised under martial law and international isolation; defiance had seemed impossible.—
Michelle Kuo,
The Dial,
14 Apr. 2026
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For example, more than 280 Venezuelan migrants were sent to El Salvador’s notorious CECOT prison, where routine torture has been documented, in defiance of a federal court order.—
Erwin Chemerinsky,
Mercury News,
14 Apr. 2026
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Western analysts and officials say Ukraine has in recent months recorded battlefield successes against Russia’s bigger army, disrupting a spring offensive started by Russia amid improving weather, as fields dry out and new foliage on tree lines offers more cover.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
14 Apr. 2026
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Israel then launched a new offensive against Hezbollah, and invaded much of southern Lebanon.—
Brian Dakss,
CBS News,
14 Apr. 2026
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The Republican candidates, State Senator Mayes Middleton and Central Texas Congressman Chip Roy, are in a very contentious fight.—
Jack Fink
April 12,
CBS News,
12 Apr. 2026
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The crowd laughed, and the Parenthood actor noted that people intervened and broke up the fight.—
Lexi Carson,
HollywoodReporter,
11 Apr. 2026
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The Giants rediscovered their offense Friday, battering one of their former pitchers and winning 10-5 against the Washington Nationals at Nationals Park.—
Jerry McDonald,
Mercury News,
18 Apr. 2026
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The move turned out to be instant offense in the bottom of the frame for McMahon, who took Royals reliever Alex Lange deep on a changeup near the center of the zone.—
Fiifi Frimpong,
New York Daily News,
18 Apr. 2026
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“Aggression.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/aggression. Accessed 19 Apr. 2026.
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