as in stubborn
sticking to an opinion, purpose, or course of action in spite of reason, arguments, or persuasion
the team's hard-nosed coach doesn't make exceptions for anybody
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Recent Examples of hard-nosed
Toronto has shifted its playing style under Craig Berube, opting for more dump-and-chase play, a tight defensive structure and a heavier, more hard-nosed identity that should theoretically translate better to playoff hockey.
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Shayna Goldman, New York Times, 8 Apr. 2025
Or perhaps the Chargers would be wise to draft a hard-nosed running back to take some of the burden off Herbert’s shoulders and diversify the offense.
—Elliott Teaford, Oc Register, 2 Apr. 2025
UConn’s four-man class, ranked third in the nation, also includes hard-nosed Australian wing and another top-100 recruit in Jacob Furphy.
—Joe Arruda, Hartford Courant, 2 Apr. 2025
Canales is also eager to add more hard-nosed players in the draft.
—Mike Kaye, Charlotte Observer, 1 Apr. 2025
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Shayna Goldman, New York Times, 8 Apr. 2025
Or perhaps the Chargers would be wise to draft a hard-nosed running back to take some of the burden off Herbert’s shoulders and diversify the offense.
—Elliott Teaford, Oc Register, 2 Apr. 2025
UConn’s four-man class, ranked third in the nation, also includes hard-nosed Australian wing and another top-100 recruit in Jacob Furphy.
—Joe Arruda, Hartford Courant, 2 Apr. 2025
Canales is also eager to add more hard-nosed players in the draft.
—Mike Kaye, Charlotte Observer, 1 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for hard-nosed
Adjective
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Why Communication Training Often Fails To Stick Some people are very stubborn and stick to their communication style, even when confronted.—
Dr. Diane Hamilton,
Forbes.com,
23 Apr. 2025
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Traders do see the Fed cutting in June, but much can change between now and then, and a stubborn central bank could set off Trump again.—
Jeff Cox,
CNBC,
23 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Since then, White House officials have remained adamant about sticking by Hegseth, even as criticism has mounted in recent weeks and questions about his judgment have resurfaced.—
Ellen Mitchell,
The Hill,
22 Apr. 2025
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Despite the significant decline, the Trump administration is adamant about shoring up the border to ensure it is left secure before leaving office.—
Anna Giaritelli,
The Washington Examiner,
16 Apr. 2025
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Decade after decade, the city remains steadfast in the face of adversity.—
Spencer Elliott,
Forbes.com,
23 Apr. 2025
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Among those who left in time, some remained steadfast in their lifelong friendships, as did their children.—
Foreign Affairs,
Foreign Affairs,
22 Apr. 2025
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“Hard-nosed.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hard-nosed. Accessed 4 May. 2025.
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