seem hostile

Examples (10)

• He always seems hostile whenever someone suggests a new approach.
• At first, the locals seemed hostile towards the tourists, but they warmed up eventually.
• Ever since the incident, the dog has seemed particularly hostile to strangers.
• He might seem hostile on the surface, but he's actually just very shy.
• Despite his efforts to be friendly, his sharp tone of voice made him seem hostile.
• I'm worried the new manager will seem hostile if we question her decisions.
• Why does the cat suddenly seem so hostile towards me?
• Although the negotiator's words were calm, his body language made him seem hostile.
• The crowd seemed downright hostile after the referee's controversial decision.
• The political climate seemed increasingly hostile in the weeks leading up to the election.