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Term: Passive Aggressive

Description:

Passive-aggressive refers to behavior or actions that are characterized by passive resistance, indirect opposition, or the avoidance of direct confrontation. It is a term used to describe someone who expresses their anger, frustration, or other negative emotions indirectly or subtly, rather than openly or directly addressing the issue.

Sample Sentences:

  1. She always gives a passive aggressive response whenever I ask her to do something.
  2. His passive aggressive behavior towards his colleagues made the work environment toxic.
  3. The note left on the fridge was a classic example of a passive aggressive communication tactic.
  4. Even though he agreed to help, he did it in such a passive aggressive manner that it was clear he didn't really want to assist.
  5. The passive aggressive attitude of some customers towards the staff is a common challenge in the service industry.

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