hawkishly

hawk·ish

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Definitions of hawkishly word

adjective hawkishly resembling a hawk, as in appearance or behavior. 1
adjective hawkishly advocating war or a belligerently threatening diplomatic policy. 1
noun hawkishly In a hawkish manner. 1

before 1835

One of the 34% newest English words

First recorded in 1835-45; hawk1 + -ish1

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A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 74% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.

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