overaggressive
Britishadjective
Example Sentences
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How much truth can we glean from Killian’s own oft-alluded-to criminal record, especially given the overaggressive policing to which we see him being subjected?
From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 21, 2023
Yes, it was an overaggressive send from third base coach Gary DiSarcina, pushing too hard for a run with the Nationals down two.
From Washington Post • May 20, 2022
Then, safety Jamal Adams got a touch overaggressive on the edge, left cornerback Tre Flowers on an island as a result, and watched Henry do what Henry does.
From Seattle Times • Dec. 27, 2021
One example is Destiny Thomas’ dignity-informed community engagement, which has, among many other efforts, helped reduce pedestrian and bicyclist deaths in Los Angeles while simultaneously addressing neighbors’ concerns about overaggressive traffic enforcement.
From Slate • Feb. 3, 2021
Mr. Harper praised Mr. Wilson’s quick action but warned that overaggressive volunteers could be a problem.
From Washington Times • Dec. 31, 2019
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