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Discover LudwigThe phrase "active aggression" is correct and usable in written English.
It can be used in contexts discussing behavior, psychology, or conflict, particularly when describing overtly hostile actions.
Example: "The therapist noted that his active aggression during the session indicated unresolved anger issues."
Alternatives: "overt hostility" or "direct aggression".
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Oceanic whitetips aren't known for active aggression then, but they do have a reputation – rightly or wrongly – for preying on humans when they are already vulnerable.
Two scenarios on aggressive driving were presented to 144 undergraduates: impeding traffic (passive aggression) and reckless driving (active aggression).
While passive aggression was my main mode of attack, I wasn't afraid to dip into active aggression either.
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Their duet, a study in the active and passive aggression in romantic pairings, illustrated Balanchine's idea that conflict is fundamental to relationships.
Aggression: Active and Passive "It was my first day on the job, and it was particularly stressful," shares a junior professional then based in Texas.
A 2006 study by the Louisville Courier found that Tasers were often used in instances where the subject showed "verbal non-compliance" and "when subjects showed no active resistance or aggression or were handcuffed".
They found that both the emotion and reward networks in the brain are active during cute aggression, and their findings may provide evidence to support one of Aragón's original theories as to why cute aggression happens at all: That it's a way to deal with overwhelming emotions of cuteness so that the cuteness doesn't completely incapacitate us.
Since individuals seem to be able to recognize siblings form non-siblings this allows for differential behavioural responses, such as cooperation, active avoidance or aggression and physical interactions.
Yet, training in self-protection and pro-active management of aggression and violence remains predominantly a post-registration preserve.
Many develop so-called appetitive aggression – an active thrill from being aggressive – as a survival mechanism.
The norm of national sovereignty, however, runs into persistent conflict with the constant demand by many in the international community that the UN take a more active role in combating aggression and alleviating international problems.
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