belligerency
the position or status as a belligerent; state of being actually engaged in war.
Origin of belligerency
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How to use belligerency in a sentence
The diplomatic section shall negotiate with the foreign cabinets the recognition of belligerency and Philippine independence.
The Philippine Islands | John ForemanIn spite of her high state of belligerency, Beatrice is evidently very proud of her interesting family.
The Red Cow and Her Friends | Peter McArthur"My niece will decide that, and not you," he returned with surprising belligerency.
The Opened Shutters | Clara Louise BurnhamBut instead of arousing belligerency, they aroused an almost frantic agitation.
Children of the Whirlwind | Leroy ScottSenator Morgan's bill for recognizing the belligerency of Cuba has been debated in the Senate.
British Dictionary definitions for belligerency
/ (bɪˈlɪdʒərənsɪ) /
the state of being at war
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