hostiles

noun

Definition of hostilesnext
plural of hostile
as in enemies
one that is hostile toward another reports of hostiles in the area kept the settlers on edge

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  1. enemies
  2. opponents
  3. foes
Noun
  • In the Prime Video clip overlaid with a theme track, the protagonist can be seen preparing to do battle against enemies who have arrived at his house, as the tension ratchets up.
    Max Goldbart, Deadline, 24 Dec. 2024
  • This is precisely what Patel has threatened to do by calling for retribution against political enemies.
    Josh Hammer, Newsweek, 24 Dec. 2024
Definition of enemies
Noun
  • Seeing and decrying enemies at every turn inevitably hardens those opponents against you.
    The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 24 Dec. 2024
  • The Theatre of Dreams no longer intimidates opponents.
    Felipe Cardenas, The Athletic, 24 Dec. 2024
Definition of opponents
Noun
  • Since then, the Giants have lost five more and been outscored 140-59 by their opponents, while Dallas has won four of five and outscored its foes, 137-111.
    Pat Leonard, New York Daily News, 23 Dec. 2024
  • On the other side, Nebraska faces off against fellow Big Ten titan Penn State in a clash of familiar foes.
    Benedict Cosgrove, Newsweek, 20 Dec. 2024
Definition of foes
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