Evy was a charismatic and ambitious man, a brilliant coach with a combative personality.

But he acknowledged that Keenan's combative personality sometimes leaves hurt feelings behind.

She had to fight against developing too combative a personality or becoming altogether a misanthrope.

"But she's a combative personality, and that could be her Achilles' heel."

The two shared a house and both were known for their combative personalities.

It is possible, however, that the Speaker will find it difficult to stifle his combative personality.

He was known for his active social life, charitable giving, and combative personality.

And then there is his combative personality - perhaps the strongest factor, in the view of those who have studied his record.

Peckinpah's combative personality, marked by years of alcohol and drug abuse, affected his professional legacy.

But that "doesn't mean there's going to be a new Rudy," the mayor said, making light of his frequently combative personality.