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as in ambitious
having or showing a bold forcefulness in the pursuit of a goal
if you don't take a more aggressive approach to this yard pretty soon, the weeds are going to take over completely
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2
as in militant
feeling or displaying eagerness to fight
a kindergarten teacher who discourages aggressive behavior, like pushing, by rewarding those children who wait their turn
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3
as in violent
marked by or uttered with forcefulness
the team's game strategy depends on a very aggressive style of defense
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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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2
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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aggressive behavior
an aggressive approach
an aggressive treatment
an intense treatment
a vigorous treatment
an accelerated treatment
a rigorous treatment
an extreme treatment
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Recent Examples of aggressive
Henry Gass, Christian Science Monitor, 22 May 2025
Even so, the aggressive play in this post-season has stood out.
—Louisa Thomas, New Yorker, 11 May 2025
However, thanks to aggressive conservation efforts, including predator control programs, habitat restoration, and breeding initiatives, several kiwi species have seen rebounds.
—Scott Travers, Forbes.com, 11 May 2025
Even on Wall Street, which cheered higher pricing, the initial cost of Revlimid prompted concern among analysts who tracked the company that such aggressive maneuvering would cause insurers to push back.
—David Armstrong, CNN Money, 10 May 2025
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Adjective
What happened next, out of the public eye, also exemplifies the government’s aggressive approach to immigration enforcement.
—Henry Gass, Christian Science Monitor, 22 May 2025
Even so, the aggressive play in this post-season has stood out.
—Louisa Thomas, New Yorker, 11 May 2025
However, thanks to aggressive conservation efforts, including predator control programs, habitat restoration, and breeding initiatives, several kiwi species have seen rebounds.
—Scott Travers, Forbes.com, 11 May 2025
Even on Wall Street, which cheered higher pricing, the initial cost of Revlimid prompted concern among analysts who tracked the company that such aggressive maneuvering would cause insurers to push back.
—David Armstrong, CNN Money, 10 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for aggressive
Adjective
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This intensive research helps weed out goals that are genuinely unrealistic or, while ambitious, are already being solved by the market.—
Dev Patnaik,
Forbes.com,
19 May 2025
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At a 1956 meeting with a research director at the U.S. Weather Bureau (a precursor to the National Weather Service), Keeling made an ambitious pitch: continuously monitoring CO2 using a gas analyzer, a high-tech but as-yet-unproven tool for the job.—
Ashley Braun,
Smithsonian Magazine,
19 May 2025
Adjective
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Saturday's summit comes two months after Israel ended a ceasefire reached with the Hamas militant group in January.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
18 May 2025
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Israel blames civilian casualties on Hamas because the militant group operates from civilian areas.—
Wafaa Shurafa,
Los Angeles Times,
18 May 2025
Adjective
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Combs apologized for his violent behavior soon after the video's release.—
Patrick Ryan,
USA Today,
16 May 2025
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For that reason, Torres-Chirinos is also charged with two counts of possession of a firearm during the commission of a violent crime and one count of possession of a firearm by an unlawful alien.—
Chris Spargo,
People.com,
16 May 2025
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Their tumultuous relationship unfolds across five films as their personal differences, family drama, and professional ambitions create obstacles to their happily ever after.—
Megan Vick,
EW.com,
17 May 2025
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Every year, there’s growth— in ambition, quality, quantity, and geographic reach.—
Elsa Keslassy,
Variety,
17 May 2025
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The cone doesn’t represent the uncertainty associated with a storm forecast, nor the size or intensity of a storm.—
Michelle Marchante,
Miami Herald,
22 May 2025
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There is genuine disagreement about the scope and intensity of regulation.—
Rick Miller,
Forbes.com,
22 May 2025
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At age twelve, Genge began playing rugby and found an outlet for his aggression.—
Vitas Carosella,
Forbes.com,
22 May 2025
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The level of aggression of the cancer is determined by the Gleason score and grade system.—
Madison E. Goldberg,
People.com,
21 May 2025
Adjective
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Their love and fierce loyalty toward one another is a high point of Season 2.—
Lorraine Ali,
Los Angeles Times,
19 May 2025
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Johnson’s selection came over the fierce opposition of some of the school’s staunchest supporters, who celebrate FAMU’s legacy of Black excellence, social mobility and cultural pride.—
Kate Payne,
The Orlando Sentinel,
16 May 2025
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And Marguerite did actually manage to live there for years, scraping together a life on the hostile tundra.—
The Atlantic,
The Atlantic,
15 May 2025
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And this is a very hard-line government that has taken a kind of hostile view of everybody in the region.—
Obed Manuel,
NPR,
15 May 2025
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“Aggressive.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/aggressive. Accessed 29 May. 2025.
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