hard–nosed
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adjective
\ˈhärd-ˈnōzd\
Simple Definition of hard–nosed
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: very tough
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: not influenced by emotions : practical and realistic
Source: Merriam-Webster's Learner's Dictionary
Full Definition of hard–nosed
1 : being tough, stubborn, or uncompromising
2 : hardheaded 2, tough-minded
Circa 1927
First Known Use of hard–nosed
circa 1927
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