Japanese newspapers and officials have characterized the opening of an investigation as an unfriendly act in itself.

"That would be an unfriendly act," protested the Secretary of State.

"Yes, it would seem to be an unfriendly act," Spock replied.

And it can hardly be called an unfriendly act to try and get into your rowing boat.

The first unfriendly act was yours, when you struck out with the oar.

I am advised that it will be considered a very unfriendly act if you refuse.

But no, "they interpreted that as an unfriendly act to the business community," Nader says.

What have we done to merit such unfriendly acts?

In that case, Captain, I would have no choice but to consider it an unfriendly act.

If, meanwhile, you try to proceed toward Earth, I shall consider that an unfriendly act and take the appropriate action.