1
as in ambition
readiness to engage in daring or difficult activity
because of the mayor's aggressiveness in tackling problems, there have been significant changes for the better
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as in intensity
the quality or state of being forceful (as in expression)
has the aggressiveness one needs to pursue a career in show business
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as in aggression
an inclination to fight or quarrel
male bettas, known for their aggressiveness, are best raised alone
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Recent Examples of aggressiveness
However, her production dipped late in the year, particularly in SEC play, as her aggressiveness attacking the rim declined.
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Aaron Segal, Kansas City Star, 4 Apr. 2026
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
The Frost have played well with aggressiveness and their speed on the ice all season.
—Theodore Tollefson, Twin Cities, 26 Mar. 2026
And though some executives have noted his methodical approach can be difficult when making deals, others have praised his overall aggressiveness.
—Jen McCaffrey, New York Times, 25 Mar. 2026
Still, Bridges insists aggressiveness is not the issue.
—Kristian Winfield, New York Daily News, 12 Mar. 2026
Collins said the coaching staff looked at first-half film and thought the Wildcats’ hand activity and aggressiveness on defense were off.
—Colleen Kane, Chicago Tribune, 11 Mar. 2026
Her aggressiveness and lack of allies led to her demise.
—Christopher Kuhagen, jsonline.com, 25 Feb. 2026
Aaron Segal, Kansas City Star, 4 Apr. 2026
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
The Frost have played well with aggressiveness and their speed on the ice all season.
—Theodore Tollefson, Twin Cities, 26 Mar. 2026
And though some executives have noted his methodical approach can be difficult when making deals, others have praised his overall aggressiveness.
—Jen McCaffrey, New York Times, 25 Mar. 2026
Still, Bridges insists aggressiveness is not the issue.
—Kristian Winfield, New York Daily News, 12 Mar. 2026
Collins said the coaching staff looked at first-half film and thought the Wildcats’ hand activity and aggressiveness on defense were off.
—Colleen Kane, Chicago Tribune, 11 Mar. 2026
Her aggressiveness and lack of allies led to her demise.
—Christopher Kuhagen, jsonline.com, 25 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for aggressiveness
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The ambition is to ensure that young players do not end up on the scrapheap, but leave the game armed with their own scrapbook of skills and qualifications.—
Jordan Campbell,
New York Times,
8 Apr. 2026
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Meaningful regime change, halting Iran's nuclear ambitions, and dismantling its ballistic missile program are all very much an open question, with some analysts saying the war has led to an even more hardline government in Tehran that may be more determined to pursue nuclear weapons.—
Greg Myre,
NPR,
8 Apr. 2026
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Their intensity and compression of timescale require curatorial decisions to be shaped by different tempos of attention.—
Manuela Moscoso,
Artforum,
2 Apr. 2026
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This matters because mitragynine is a weak opioid, while 7OH is a much stronger opioid, which can increase the intensity of the opioid effects and lead to overdose.—
Andrew Kolodny,
The Conversation,
2 Apr. 2026
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These differences were stronger in young people with more behavior problems that are shown outwardly, such as aggression, frequent anger, irritability, and refusing to follow rules.—
Crista Marchesseault,
Hartford Courant,
4 Apr. 2026
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Taipei, Taiwan — In the face of growing Chinese military aggression, Taiwan has increased defense spending, extended mandatory conscription and revamped its combat exercises, signaling its determination to fight off a potential invasion.—
Stephanie Yang,
CNN Money,
4 Apr. 2026
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Warrior Mars in your sign fires up thoughts about your identity — and simultaneously heightens your initiative.—
Tarot.com,
New York Daily News,
9 Apr. 2026
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Dorsey credited the growth to a concerted effort by city leaders to develop and promote the city’s culture, recreational activities and art scene, including an initiative to paint 100 murals across the city.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
9 Apr. 2026
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“Aggressiveness.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/aggressiveness. Accessed 9 Apr. 2026.
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