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
Yes, Joseph Woll was again stellar, stopping 31 of 33 shots and earning deserved praise for his aggressiveness and agility.
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Joshua Kloke, New York Times, 15 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
Jokic became wrapped up in how it was officiated throughout the night, letting Utah’s aggressiveness get to him at times instead of playing through it and imposing his own physicality.
—Bennett Durando, Denver Post, 3 Mar. 2026
Megahan said his mindset was to swim with abandon and aggressiveness in his final state meet.
—Andrew Cornelius, Twin Cities, 1 Mar. 2026
Her aggressiveness and lack of allies led to her demise.
—Christopher Kuhagen, jsonline.com, 25 Feb. 2026
Trotter said that aggressiveness is intentional, particularly as a blitzer.
—Zach Sweet, Kansas City Star, 25 Feb. 2026
Hamlin’s success has been built on aggressiveness, composure and a sixth sense at high speeds.
—Edgar Thompson, The Orlando Sentinel, 14 Feb. 2026
Joshua Kloke, New York Times, 15 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
Jokic became wrapped up in how it was officiated throughout the night, letting Utah’s aggressiveness get to him at times instead of playing through it and imposing his own physicality.
—Bennett Durando, Denver Post, 3 Mar. 2026
Megahan said his mindset was to swim with abandon and aggressiveness in his final state meet.
—Andrew Cornelius, Twin Cities, 1 Mar. 2026
Her aggressiveness and lack of allies led to her demise.
—Christopher Kuhagen, jsonline.com, 25 Feb. 2026
Trotter said that aggressiveness is intentional, particularly as a blitzer.
—Zach Sweet, Kansas City Star, 25 Feb. 2026
Hamlin’s success has been built on aggressiveness, composure and a sixth sense at high speeds.
—Edgar Thompson, The Orlando Sentinel, 14 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for aggressiveness
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June 21 – July 22 Morning focus lines up with ambition.—
Tarot.com,
Sun Sentinel,
19 Mar. 2026
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The announcement gives the PA-NG program a strong identity while signaling France’s long-term ambition to project power at sea.—
Sujita Sinha,
Interesting Engineering,
19 Mar. 2026
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For families This retreat isn’t designed for children—the programming, meal structure, and daily intensity are tailored to adults fully committed to a week of health transformation.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
19 Mar. 2026
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The Gaels are battling back, finding more offensive rhythm, but the Aggies have continued to control the pace and raise the intensity.—
Tony Catalina,
Austin American Statesman,
19 Mar. 2026
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The mayor denounced the attack as a cowardly act of aggression against the city's Jewish community.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
14 Mar. 2026
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Telegraphing our intentions by running the options through Congress would have only caused further acts of aggression by Iran and created an even worse situation.—
DP Opinion,
Denver Post,
14 Mar. 2026
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The November ballot might also include two citizens initiatives — one that would repeal the city’s new trash fee for single-family homes and another that would repeal new parking fees.—
David Garrick,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
19 Mar. 2026
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Comprehensive, multi-layered defense shield The Golden Dome initiative is designed as a comprehensive, multi-layered defense shield capable of detecting and intercepting a wide range of threats, including ballistic, cruise, and hypersonic missiles.—
Prabhat Ranjan Mishra,
Interesting Engineering,
19 Mar. 2026
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“Aggressiveness.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/aggressiveness. Accessed 21 Mar. 2026.
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