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as in strict
not allowing for any exceptions or loosening of standards
an uncompromising adherence to the rules that would do a schoolmarm proud
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as in stubborn
sticking to an opinion, purpose, or course of action in spite of reason, arguments, or persuasion
the professor is generally an uncompromising stickler for deadlines, but he will make exceptions for genuine need
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Recent Examples of uncompromising
Similar things were said about his father, a famously uncompromising negotiator.
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Robert F. Worth, The Atlantic, 6 Feb. 2026
And Outside? The EVO’s design is equally uncompromising.
—Matthew MacConnell, Forbes.com, 16 Jan. 2026
The Gallardo was unlike previous Lamborghinis: extreme but friendly, uncompromising but comfortable.
—Robert Ross, Robb Report, 21 Nov. 2025
One was Wire, the uncompromising English post-punk band cited by at least three DK members in this oral history.
—Jim Higgins, jsonline.com, 6 Aug. 2025
See All Example Sentences for uncompromising
Robert F. Worth, The Atlantic, 6 Feb. 2026
And Outside? The EVO’s design is equally uncompromising.
—Matthew MacConnell, Forbes.com, 16 Jan. 2026
The Gallardo was unlike previous Lamborghinis: extreme but friendly, uncompromising but comfortable.
—Robert Ross, Robb Report, 21 Nov. 2025
One was Wire, the uncompromising English post-punk band cited by at least three DK members in this oral history.
—Jim Higgins, jsonline.com, 6 Aug. 2025
See All Example Sentences for uncompromising
Recent Examples of Synonyms for uncompromising
Adjective
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Our justice system depends on public confidence, and, as a result, the rules governing lawyers in every state are strict.—
The New Yorker,
New Yorker,
4 May 2026
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Passengers on board — representing more than 20 nationalities, including Americans — have been placed under strict health monitoring and isolation protocols as a precaution.—
Antonio María Delgado,
Miami Herald,
4 May 2026
Adjective
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Jared Speight is a stubborn titan of Long Island abstraction when star writer Roxy Margaux first becomes infatuated with his bravado.—
Greg Evans,
Deadline,
28 Apr. 2026
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For concrete or tile, a mild cleaner helps remove the stubborn pollen film that builds up over spring months.—
Lauren Jarvis-Gibson,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
27 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Every personal finance review is based on rigorous reporting by our team of expert writers and editors with extensive knowledge of personal finance products.—
Liz Knueven,
CNBC,
2 May 2026
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The process began with a rigorous study and a series of strategic partnerships.—
FMG Studios,
Footwear News,
1 May 2026
Adjective
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The characters can be flawed, and cars can crash, McDermott says, but NASCAR wanted race scenes to look authentic and was adamant that the series not depict anyone driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol.—
Brian Steinberg,
Variety,
30 Apr. 2026
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Warsh would take the chairmanship at a complicated time, given that a spike in gas prices could keep the central bank from lowering interest rates — a move that Trump has been adamant on.—
Sarah Min,
CNBC,
24 Apr. 2026
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Dan Radakovich is leaving the athletic director’s office after five years of steadfast integrity.—
Dave Hyde,
Sun Sentinel,
2 May 2026
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As Miranda faces public outcry and the pressures of a downturning publishing industry, Andy once again strives for her approval amid her steadfast pursuit of rigorous journalism.—
Natalie Oganesyan,
Deadline,
2 May 2026
Adjective
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With Hathaway as a hardened journalist who haplessly lands herself into the center of a conflict in El Salvador, the film is somewhat at sea, allowing itself and the audience to get swept away by an unmoored plot.—
Chris Feil,
Vulture,
1 May 2026
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That step would signal a change in how the military plans to counter hardened and time-sensitive targets in the region.—
Sujita Sinha,
Interesting Engineering,
30 Apr. 2026
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“Uncompromising.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/uncompromising. Accessed 5 May. 2026.
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