as in determined
fully committed to achieving a goal
despite the risks involved, she was resolute in her decision to undergo the experimental operation
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as in decisiveness
firm or unwavering adherence to one's purpose
with a resoluteness that was admirable, the losing team continued to play hard until the bitter end
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Recent Examples of resolute
Guy Lodge, Variety, 17 Feb. 2025
The letter offers a resolute response to Ballal’s treatment unlike the one signed by Yang and Kramer.
—Matthew Carey, Deadline, 28 Mar. 2025
There is plenty of good sense in the EU taking a resolute stand.
—Arash Azizi, The Atlantic, 19 Mar. 2025
Unique, however, is resolute and reveals a personal betrayal.
—Amber Corrine, VIBE.com, 6 Mar. 2025
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Adjective
Conscientiously addressing a national crisis of domestic abuse while also lunging for the heartstrings, the film is an uneven balance of grainy social realism and crowd-pleasing uplift, but Cruz’s resolute performance just about holds it together.
—Guy Lodge, Variety, 17 Feb. 2025
The letter offers a resolute response to Ballal’s treatment unlike the one signed by Yang and Kramer.
—Matthew Carey, Deadline, 28 Mar. 2025
There is plenty of good sense in the EU taking a resolute stand.
—Arash Azizi, The Atlantic, 19 Mar. 2025
Unique, however, is resolute and reveals a personal betrayal.
—Amber Corrine, VIBE.com, 6 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for resolute
Adjective
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But Trump remains defiant about the tariffs, much like Putin remains determined to continue Russia’s assault on Ukraine.—
Leonard Greene,
New York Daily News,
27 Apr. 2025
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The Bears signed Grady Jarrett in free agency to be a starter on the interior of the line but remain determined to create a deep rotation up front.—
Sean Hammond,
Chicago Tribune,
26 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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With three ranching family dynasties locked in a contest for control of the land, their lives and legacies are threatened by outside forces intent on destroying their way of life.—
Ross Rosenfeld,
MSNBC Newsweek,
22 Apr. 2025
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Recently, Ruff has sounded like a coach who is intent on seeing things through with this Sabres team.—
Matthew Fairburn,
New York Times,
18 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Sustainable workplace culture change requires both determination and adaptability.—
Kate Wieczorek,
Forbes.com,
22 Apr. 2025
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The song finds Wetmore shedding light on a childhood with a father battling against alcohol and pills, and Wetmore’s resulting desire and determination to forge a different path.—
Jessica Nicholson,
Billboard,
22 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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February 2025 Queen of Swords: February’s energy is pushing you to set clear boundaries and make decisive moves, especially in your financial or professional life this month.—
Meghan Rose,
Glamour,
1 May 2025
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Canada’s history is a beautiful one of decisive compromise and coalition building, those distinct if unglamorous liberal virtues.—
Adam Gopnik,
New Yorker,
1 May 2025
Noun
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Listen to this article 5 min Sheryl Crow opened up about her decision to leave Los Angeles behind to start a new chapter of her life in Tennessee.—
Ashley Hume,
FOXNews.com,
1 May 2025
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The Lovers arrive to suggest that a key relationship or decision will take center stage this month.—
Meghan Rose,
Glamour,
1 May 2025
Adjective
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And over the opening month of this season, Yamamoto’s confident mound presence has been mirrored behind the scenes, the pitcher becoming more vocal in game-planning meetings and assured in his clubhouse demeanor.—
Jack Harris,
Los Angeles Times,
27 Apr. 2025
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Both Roseman and Sirianni were confident that Mukuba could deliver the same blows in the NFL despite being undersized.—
Brooks Kubena,
New York Times,
26 Apr. 2025
Noun
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These measures demonstrate the administration's resolve to continue economic and political pressure while seeking to limit Iran's military capabilities.—
Tom Rogers,
MSNBC Newsweek,
30 Apr. 2025
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Ana is a force to be reckoned with, but the same youthful resolve that makes her charge forward lends itself to her most frustrating moments.—
Shania Russell,
EW.com,
28 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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The numbers paint a generally positive outlook that, according to these forecasters, should allow the nation to narrowly dodge a slump.—
Paul Davidson,
USA Today,
29 Apr. 2025
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With a proven track record of creating positive experiences and driving business success at SAP, Namita is dedicated to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, spearheading strategic initiatives and mentoring start-ups on holistic marketing and communications strategies.—
Namita Gupta-Hehl,
Forbes.com,
28 Apr. 2025
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“Resolute.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/resolute. Accessed 6 May. 2025.
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