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as in strict
not allowing for any exceptions or loosening of standards
an uncompromising adherence to the rules that would do a schoolmarm proud
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as in stubborn
sticking to an opinion, purpose, or course of action in spite of reason, arguments, or persuasion
the professor is generally an uncompromising stickler for deadlines, but he will make exceptions for genuine need
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Recent Examples of uncompromising
That said, Enlisted was a terrific show, an unlikely alchemy of broad sitcom laughs and actual patriotism, and Brockmire was one of my favorite shows of the past decade, a deliriously profane comedy with an uncompromising sweetness.
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Daniel Fienberg, The Hollywood Reporter, 2 Jan. 2025
Now his Pulitzer winner, Nickel Boys, has been turned into an equally uncompromising yet at times surprisingly lyrical film directed by RaMell Ross.
—Tom Gliatto, People.com, 11 Dec. 2024
Over the last five years, a barrage of luxury resort brands like One&Only and Montage have planted flags in coveted ski destinations, creating more high-caliber rooms for more uncompromising personalities.
—Stacey Lastoe, Robb Report, 31 Oct. 2024
The second half of this film is uncompromising and horrific without ever being gruesome, and the black and white cinematography is unfailingly beautiful.
—Taylor Antrim, Vogue, 29 Sep. 2024
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Daniel Fienberg, The Hollywood Reporter, 2 Jan. 2025
Now his Pulitzer winner, Nickel Boys, has been turned into an equally uncompromising yet at times surprisingly lyrical film directed by RaMell Ross.
—Tom Gliatto, People.com, 11 Dec. 2024
Over the last five years, a barrage of luxury resort brands like One&Only and Montage have planted flags in coveted ski destinations, creating more high-caliber rooms for more uncompromising personalities.
—Stacey Lastoe, Robb Report, 31 Oct. 2024
The second half of this film is uncompromising and horrific without ever being gruesome, and the black and white cinematography is unfailingly beautiful.
—Taylor Antrim, Vogue, 29 Sep. 2024
See all Example Sentences for uncompromising
Recent Examples of Synonyms for uncompromising
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The state, through the Office of Statewide Health Planning and Development (OSHPD), mandates that health care facilities meet strict seismic safety standards.—
Josh Hammer,
Newsweek,
16 Feb. 2025
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Congress can revise eligibility for welfare benefits and impose stricter time limits, alleviating the cost to taxpayers and reducing incentives to enter the country illegally.—
Betsy McCaughey,
Boston Herald,
15 Feb. 2025
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America’s stubborn division was reflected at the nation on the largest stage possible.—
Kevin Dolak,
The Hollywood Reporter,
10 Feb. 2025
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The telescope now named for her will help unravel the stubborn mystery surrounding it.—
Jeffrey Kluger/Greenbelt,
TIME,
8 Feb. 2025
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Using rigorous logical frameworks and Turing-computable methods, BigGraph ensures trustworthy, adaptable outcomes that align with business needs.—
Jason Phillips,
USA TODAY,
15 Feb. 2025
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That is thanks to many decades of rigorous bank supervision and regulation, as well as federal deposit insurance.—
Felix Salmon,
Axios,
14 Feb. 2025
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The arbitration ruling is vindication of sorts for the buyers, who have been adamant over the past year that Taylor was delaying the inevitable.—
Eben Novy-Williams,
Sportico.com,
10 Feb. 2025
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Head coach Leon Rice was adamant his team would heat up from three, but the 3-point shooting remained spotty.—
Shaun Goodwin,
Idaho Statesman,
8 Feb. 2025
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Universal Music Group has remained steadfast in their claims that there was no foul play involved with the record and its popularity was simply, organically due to the quality of the song.—
Armon Sadler,
VIBE.com,
10 Feb. 2025
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Amid recent efforts to challenge, or in some cases, completely erase the importance of diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI), the National Football League (NFL) remains steadfast in its commitment to embracing and celebrating all people.—
John Lawson,
Essence,
10 Feb. 2025
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“Uncompromising.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/uncompromising. Accessed 21 Feb. 2025.
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