Sentence examples for could be assertive from inspiring English sources
And though he was known as soft-spoken and unpretentious, he could be assertive in his opinions.
Democratic Arab states might converge in their policies with the West's priorities.Whereas aging autocrats cooperated easily with the West, genuine Arab democracies could be assertive and uncomfortable neighbours.
I didn't think anything made with sweet cherries could be as assertive and pungent as this mostarda.
He could be the assertive adult who articulately lobbied at the State Capitol in April to require videotaping of police interrogations.
It suggested that Mr Abe was justified in thinking Japan could be more assertive yet have better relations with neighbours.More importantly, he seems to be choosing some useful fights at home over reform.
Even those capitals which might agree that the IAEA could be more assertive, point to the certain and tangible benefits of the Vienna deal, which has reduced the Iranian stockpile of low-enriched uranium by nearly 99%.
Philip had come to power in 1180 and he rapidly demonstrated that he could be an assertive, calculating and manipulative political leader.
If your partner says they wish they could be more assertive in work meetings, you can empathize with their situation and possibly offer advice".
Information provision could be improved; assertive patients received more information which was considered unfair.
Also women with lower education are more likely to be culturally inclined not to report their sexual experiences so as not to be seen as being promiscuous, while women with higher education could be more assertive.
