relentless
adjective
re·lent·less
ri-ˈlent-ləs 
: showing or promising no abatement of severity, intensity, strength, or pace : unrelenting
relentless pressure
a relentless campaign
relentlessly
adverb
relentlessness
noun
Examples of relentless in a Sentence
Her relentless optimism held the team together.
The hunter was relentless in pursuit of his prey.
a relentless opponent of deregulation
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Despite my experience in the Navy SEAL teams and my deep understanding of the critical role of trust, the relentless momentum of potential growth can become a major distraction.
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Brent Gleeson, Forbes, 19 Mar. 2025
Before commissioners approved the deal nearly two years ago, Tate faced relentless opposition from critics who called the deal a land giveaway and objected to private condos being built on public land worth at least $256 million.
—Susannah Bryan, Sun Sentinel, 19 Mar. 2025
Each deep scratch tears into my skin, bringing with it a temporary relief from the relentless, mind-bending itch.
—Andy Collinson, Health, 19 Mar. 2025
But the relentless search for scammers coming from marginalized groups has a reliable psychological appeal.
—Tess Wilkinson-Ryan, TIME, 18 Mar. 2025
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Brent Gleeson, Forbes, 19 Mar. 2025
Before commissioners approved the deal nearly two years ago, Tate faced relentless opposition from critics who called the deal a land giveaway and objected to private condos being built on public land worth at least $256 million.
—Susannah Bryan, Sun Sentinel, 19 Mar. 2025
Each deep scratch tears into my skin, bringing with it a temporary relief from the relentless, mind-bending itch.
—Andy Collinson, Health, 19 Mar. 2025
But the relentless search for scammers coming from marginalized groups has a reliable psychological appeal.
—Tess Wilkinson-Ryan, TIME, 18 Mar. 2025
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“Relentless.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/relentless. Accessed 24 Mar. 2025.
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relentless
adjective
re·lent·less
ri-ˈlent-ləs
: not lessening in severity, intensity, strength, or pace : unrelenting
relentless criticism
relentlessly
adverb
relentlessness
noun
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