as in enemies
one that is hostile toward another
reports of hostiles in the area kept the settlers on edge
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for hostiles
Noun
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Dealing with internal conflicts of identity while being threatened by external enemies is not unique to Israel.—
Ron Scherf,
Time,
5 Sep. 2025 -
In the scope of housework, hard water stains are high on the list of public enemies in my home.—
Mary Catherine McAnnally Scott,
Southern Living,
5 Sep. 2025
Noun
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The 38-year-old Uruguayan icon, one of the greatest strikers in history with more than 500 goals for club and country, has been banned on three occasions for biting opponents during matches.—
Michelle Kaufman,
Miami Herald,
3 Sep. 2025
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Democratic candidates on Charlotte public safety Some of Lyles’ opponents in this year’s Democratic mayor primary are questioning whether the four-term mayor has done enough to address crime.—
Mary Ramsey,
Charlotte Observer,
3 Sep. 2025
Noun
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The Blue Jays sit fewer than three games ahead of the New York Yankees and Boston Red Sox after building a sizable advantage over their divisional foes, with the bullpen suddenly crumbling.—
Peter Chawaga,
MSNBC Newsweek,
2 Sep. 2025
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Along the way, the cat joins forces with former foes of various species aboard a boat in search of dry land and a new beginning.—
Charlotte Walsh,
People.com,
1 Sep. 2025
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“Hostiles.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hostiles. Accessed 9 Sep. 2025.
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