“The pugnacity displayed by the two boxers in the ring was evident from the very first round, with each fighter showing no hesitation in engaging in violent and aggressive behavior.”

“Despite their differences, there was a strong sense of pugnacity between the two siblings, leading to constant arguments and deep-rooted bitterness.”

“This is perhaps because they give a kind of vicarious satisfaction to the pugnacity inherent in all of us.”

“With a flash of pugnaciousness, he said that debate should also close on his healthcare reforms so derided by his political foes.”

“But the prevailing tenor of these symposia does not display pugnaciousness towards opponents.”

“The distinctive Nixonian blend of pugnaciousness and self-pity comes through clearly in the 297 pages.”