become hostile
Frequency: 8.020.1 per million words
To start being hostile.
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- After the prolonged dispute, the neighbours started to become hostile towards each other.
- The crowd could become extremely hostile if their demands are not met.
- Over time, the environment can become hostile to certain species.
- He noticed his boss's attitude had begun to become hostile after the disagreement.
- Without proper negotiation, the situation is likely to become hostile.
- The political climate quickly began to become more hostile to foreign investments.
- If ignored, minor grievances can eventually become truly hostile feelings.
- The previously calm debate unexpectedly started to become hostile as emotions ran high.
- Due to fierce competition, the market has gradually become very hostile for new businesses.
- The once friendly dog unexpectedly started to become hostile towards strangers.