open hostility

Frequency: 7.511.2 per million words

Hostility that is expressed directly and not hidden.

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Examples (10)

  • Mixed-race couples often faced open hostility in that era.
  • The new CEO was met with open hostility from the long-serving staff.
  • During the debate, the candidates displayed open hostility towards each other.
  • There was an air of open hostility at the family dinner, making everyone uncomfortable.
  • The government's proposal was greeted with open hostility from the public.
  • If you proceed with this plan, you will encounter open hostility from the community.
  • He treated his rivals with open hostility, never hiding his disdain.
  • The period was marked by rising tensions and open hostility between the two nations.
  • She showed open hostility whenever her ex-husband's name was mentioned.
  • Expressing such open hostility in a professional setting is unacceptable.