adjective
EXAMPLES FROM OTHER ENTRIES
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warlike behavior
EXAMPLES FROM CORPUS
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Halflings are not especially warlike by nature, and their troopers are for the most part country watchmen, game wardens and foresters.
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He was being sought by their gestapo in retribution for his warlike acts.
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In Gregory's narrative the Thuringians appear as dupes for the more sophisticated and warlike Franks.
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Many women died in childbirth, but it was not so dangerous as the warlike pursuits of the men-folk.
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The Black Orcs were the most difficult to defeat, because they were so warlike and determined.
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The United States is the most peaceful, least warlike nation in modern history.
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The world is uneasy and some regions are warlike , but peace generally reigns.
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Traditional steps were incorporated into warlike foot movements surmounted by expressive hand gestures.