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11 Passive-Aggressive Behaviors & How To Handle Them, From Experts

By Sarah Regan — 2021

While most people know what direct aggression looks like, sometimes people display aggression indirectly. You've probably met someone who falls into the latter category—aka someone who's passive-aggressive. Here's what passive aggression is all about, examples to watch out for, and what to do if someone is being passive-aggressive toward you.

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