direct aggression
Frequency: 6.01.0 per million words
To aim aggressive behavior at someone or something.
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- He learned to direct his aggression into sports rather than getting into fights.
- The child would often direct his aggression towards inanimate objects, like kicking a wall.
- Bullies often direct their aggression at those they perceive as weaker.
- The country was accused of directing its military aggression towards its smaller neighbor.
- If you don't find a healthy outlet, you might direct your aggression at your loved ones.
- The animal directed its aggression at the perceived threat.
- She had a tendency to direct her aggression inwards, blaming herself for everything.
- It's important for leaders not to direct public aggression towards minority groups.
- He was fired for directing verbal aggression at a customer.
- The therapy is designed to help patients understand why they direct their aggression inappropriately.