A thick-set Middlesbrough man with a combative side to his nature and a Teessider's impatience with the bull he finds inherent in the music industry.

Gone, too, is the combative, infelicitous side of Strawberry that erupted periodically.

But she is also known as an aggressive defender of city policy, frequently showing a combative side when questioned by City Council members during hearings.

But make no mistake, America's Cup crews have their combative side, too.

This gave Mr. Calvet another excuse to show his combative side.

Despite hosting the competition, few expected Chile to make much of an impression, but a combative side flourished in a tournament marred by violence.

But there is a competitive, combative side to Martínez as well.

But long odds do not seem to discourage the Mayor; they appeal to his combative side.

She can display a combative side, sharply rebuking opponents in debates.

Though the Laagi are a little on the combative side, by nature.