as in resolute
fully committed to achieving a goal
every successful reform movement has been spearheaded by a single-minded activist who refused to accept defeat
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Recent Examples of single-minded
Players can see that single-minded purpose and respond to it, and the Hoosiers played with the discipline and efficiency of a team that mirrors its coach.
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Ian Miller Outkick, FOXNews.com, 23 Apr. 2026
Connor Movalli, in contrast, was far more single-minded.
—Tori Latham, Robb Report, 19 Apr. 2026
Yet his single-minded zeal is inseparable from his intolerance.
—Adam Gopnik, New Yorker, 13 Apr. 2026
In the kitchen, Ono is soft-spoken and single-minded.
—Stephanie Bai, The Atlantic, 12 Apr. 2026
See All Example Sentences for single-minded
Ian Miller Outkick, FOXNews.com, 23 Apr. 2026
Connor Movalli, in contrast, was far more single-minded.
—Tori Latham, Robb Report, 19 Apr. 2026
Yet his single-minded zeal is inseparable from his intolerance.
—Adam Gopnik, New Yorker, 13 Apr. 2026
In the kitchen, Ono is soft-spoken and single-minded.
—Stephanie Bai, The Atlantic, 12 Apr. 2026
See All Example Sentences for single-minded
Recent Examples of Synonyms for single-minded
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Forced to confront this web of lies, Kanan faced an existential crisis of self-discovery and emerged stronger and more resolute than ever.—
Rosy Cordero,
Deadline,
19 May 2026
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And Chinese media highlighted Beijing’s resolute stance on American priorities — from trade to the Iran war — as evidence of Chinese confidence and American decline.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
17 May 2026
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But is this really a viable check on a determined president willing to fire and replace anyone standing in his or her way?—
Steven Andreasen,
Twin Cities,
7 June 2026
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Despite these obstacles, single women are determined to achieve their goal of homeownership and continue to be a driving force in the market.—
Kathy Collins,
Fortune,
6 June 2026
Adjective
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Is Nikki possessed by an evil, demonic version of herself intent on punishing Bear for his mistake?—
Emma Stefansky,
The Atlantic,
5 June 2026
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However, while others like the the Line and Mukaab have seen their ambitions reduced or been cancelled altogether, JEC Tower is now firmly on track after years of delays, and Saudi authorities seem intent on realizing the project's ambitious vision.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
4 June 2026
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“Single-minded.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/single-minded. Accessed 8 Jun. 2026.
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