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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Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 20 Feb. 2026
The regime attempted to silence him through relentless intimidation.
—Literary Hub, 20 Feb. 2026
Justin Bradley Justin Bradley, founder and co-owner of JAG Metals LLC, represents a modern Texas success story built on determination, faith, and relentless work ethic.
—Jason Phillips, USA Today, 20 Feb. 2026
The series examines how relentless media attention intensified their relationship, with photographers tracking their every move.
—Lexi Carson, HollywoodReporter, 19 Feb. 2026
See All Example Sentences for relentless
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“Relentless.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/relentless. Accessed 24 Feb. 2026.
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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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