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Meanings of fierce in English

Marked by extreme intensity of emotions or convictions; inclined to react violently; fervid.

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Marked by extreme and violent energy.

Ruthless in competition.

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Violently agitated and turbulent.

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Usage of fierce in English
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Earlier efforts produced fierce clashes at sea with anti-whaling group Sea Shepherd.
Radio NZ
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Britain's emergency anti-terrorism legislation has become law after days of fierce debate.
The Irish Times
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Battles in the streets are followed by fierce debates in the Assembly.
The Memoirs of Victor Hugo
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The noise was terrific; the sight was terrible in its fierce grandeur.
French and English: A Story of the Struggle in America
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Iraqi forces expect a fierce battle against Islamic State to retake Mosul.
Reuters
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As a result, competition for resources wouldn't be as fierce as before.
Wired
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China's hotel industry is consolidating amid fierce competition and a slowing economy.
Reuters
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Surrey, however, pulled out in July, citing fierce opposition to the proposals.
Reuters
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Some displaced people said they witnessed fierce fighting, heavy attack and airstrikes.
Reuters
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How much environmental damage has occurred is a matter of fierce debate.
Reuters
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Add a line of fierce eyeliner to create a strong, feline effect.
Ebony
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He is in the fierce Camp: he is in the deceitful Court.
Vivian Grey
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Gordon was among those to receive fierce criticism following events in Paris.
The Guardian
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The prospect of a merger met fierce opposition from the workforce, however.
Reuters
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The 2019 general election comes at a time of fierce political upheaval.
The South African
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Since then it has come under fierce criticism from German opposition lawmakers.
Reuters
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