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countering(verb, opposing)
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cross-examining(verb, questioning)
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defensive(hostile, counter, different, antagonistic, contrary)
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defiant(adjective, oppositional)
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delving(verb, questioning)
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demurring(verb, disagreeing)
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differencing
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disclaiming(verb, negating)
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disputant
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disputationing
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disputer
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dissentient(hostile, counter, different, antagonistic, contrary)
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effacing(verb, negating)
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enemy(hostile, counter, different, antagonistic, contrary)
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examining(verb, questioning)
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exploring(verb, questioning)
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exposing(hostile, counter, different, antagonistic, contrary)
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fractious
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fraying
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gainsaying(hostile, counter, different, antagonistic, contrary)
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