potentially hostile

Examples (10)

• The scouts entered the territory, aware of the potentially hostile environment.
• We must prepare for a potentially hostile reaction from the opposition.
• Her silence was interpreted as potentially hostile by some of the delegates.
• The company is trying to avoid a potentially hostile takeover bid.
• They were warned about the presence of potentially hostile forces in the region.
• His comments were potentially hostile to the new policy, though he claimed neutrality.
• Dealing with potentially hostile clients requires diplomacy and patience.
• The border patrol encountered a group that was potentially hostile.
• Investing in that market is potentially hostile due to political instability.
• The situation could become potentially hostile if negotiations fail.