as in persistence
a steadfast adherence to an opinion, purpose, or course of action in spite of reason, arguments, or persuasion
her intransigence on the issue was simply frustrating
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Recent Examples of intransigence
At the end of 2021, the intransigence of Joe Manchin, the nominally Democratic senator from West Virginia, killed the child-care and universal-preschool provisions of President Biden’s Build Back Better bill.
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Jessica Winter, The New Yorker, 24 Oct. 2024
Netanyahu's government has blamed Hamas for its intransigence.
—Matt Gutman, ABC News, 14 Oct. 2024
Moscow had got its revenge for Armenia’s democratic intransigence.
—Melik Kaylan, Forbes, 9 Oct. 2024
Meanwhile, attempts by Washington to broker a cease-fire in Gaza and prevent a war with Hezbollah in Lebanon have been repeatedly undermined by Israeli assassinations, pager strikes and intransigence at the negotiating table.
—Charles Walldorf, The Conversation, 3 Oct. 2024
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Jessica Winter, The New Yorker, 24 Oct. 2024
Netanyahu's government has blamed Hamas for its intransigence.
—Matt Gutman, ABC News, 14 Oct. 2024
Moscow had got its revenge for Armenia’s democratic intransigence.
—Melik Kaylan, Forbes, 9 Oct. 2024
Meanwhile, attempts by Washington to broker a cease-fire in Gaza and prevent a war with Hezbollah in Lebanon have been repeatedly undermined by Israeli assassinations, pager strikes and intransigence at the negotiating table.
—Charles Walldorf, The Conversation, 3 Oct. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for intransigence
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Conclusion Transitioning into the data analytics industry requires persistence, curiosity and a commitment to learning.Jay Garcia, Forbes, 17 Dec. 2024
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The real estate sector is highly competitive and requires tough skin, persistence and self-confidence.William Mullane, USA TODAY, 16 Dec. 2024
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Related: ‘Neglected diseases’ are anything but neglected by the billion-plus people living with them One possible reason for this obduracy is that noma begins as a dental disease, and dental diseases have long been underappreciated global health concerns.John Button, STAT, 16 Dec. 2023
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Andreas blames the obduracy of U.S. politicians and bureaucrats for the persistence of the drug wars, despite their evident failure and their huge financial and human costs.Russell Crandall, Foreign Affairs, 20 Apr. 2021
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That is the popular girl’s cross to bear, and the desperate obstinacy that comes with this realization is one of Cody’s main themes.Rafaela Bassili, The Atlantic, 18 Sep. 2024
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Odenkirk was one of several perfectly cast actors in the episode, a force capable of matching Bernthal’s intensity and obstinacy.Glenn Whipp, Los Angeles Times, 7 Aug. 2024
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The tannins are well structured yet soft and the wine has great persistency in the finish.Mike DeSimone and Jeff Jenssen, Robb Report, 2 May 2023
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Dan recalled of his daughter’s persistency.Eric Sondheimer Columnist, Los Angeles Times, 21 Dec. 2020
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Living in a complex with neighbors facing substance abuse and mental health struggles tested his resolve.Ryan Macasero, The Mercury News, 8 Dec. 2024
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Nowhere was this more evident than in Brazil, where, under conditions ever-challenging, the Enstone outfit managed to maintain composure to secure a stunning double podium—a sense of resolve that also reverberates through the words of their Team Principal, Oliver Oakes.Kanzah Maktoum, Forbes, 2 Dec. 2024
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These early experiences built the foundation for a lifetime of creativity, hard work and determination.Michael Barnes, Austin American-Statesman, 17 Dec. 2024
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Dangerous, and often unscripted moments, like the ones described above have happened to a number of motorists across the country in 2024, leaving many to rely on their sheer wit and determination to survive.Amaris Encinas, USA TODAY, 17 Dec. 2024
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“Intransigence.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/intransigence. Accessed 21 Dec. 2024.
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