as in resolute
not discouraged or stopped by problems, criticism, etc.
Despite the opposition to their proposal, they remain undeterred. The team was undeterred by their recent losses.
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Recent Examples of undeterred
Kyle Hagerty is undeterred by failure.
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Johanna Silver,
Better Homes & Gardens,
20 June 2026
The backlog is likely to keep growing as protesters appear undeterred following the ruling.
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Brian Melley,
Los Angeles Times,
15 June 2026
Kuwait’s sovereign wealth fund is backing a new $10 billion AI infrastructure venture alongside KKR, Nvidia, and power company Vistra, the latest sign that Gulf investors are undeterred by the war in deploying capital globally.
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Mohammed Sergie,
semafor.com,
11 June 2026
Despite jumping to an early lead in the first quarter, getting goals from Liza O’Brien and Rodgers to take a 2-1 advantage, Hingham was undeterred heading into the second quarter.
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Justin Barrasso,
Boston Herald,
9 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for undeterred
Johanna Silver,
Better Homes & Gardens,
20 June 2026
The backlog is likely to keep growing as protesters appear undeterred following the ruling.
—
Brian Melley,
Los Angeles Times,
15 June 2026
Kuwait’s sovereign wealth fund is backing a new $10 billion AI infrastructure venture alongside KKR, Nvidia, and power company Vistra, the latest sign that Gulf investors are undeterred by the war in deploying capital globally.
—
Mohammed Sergie,
semafor.com,
11 June 2026
Despite jumping to an early lead in the first quarter, getting goals from Liza O’Brien and Rodgers to take a 2-1 advantage, Hingham was undeterred heading into the second quarter.
—
Justin Barrasso,
Boston Herald,
9 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for undeterred
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England’s fierce attacks in the second half were thwarted by a resolute American defense and a series of saves by goalkeeper Frank Borghi.
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Spielberg has been resolute in his beliefs since before Disclosure Day entered production.
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Before becoming an Academy Award-winning actress, activist, and fitness pioneer, Fonda captivated audiences in Barbarella with fearless fashion, futuristic beauty, and unforgettable blonde hair.
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The challenger plays free, takes the shot, and converts the lopsided stakes into the kind of fearless performance the incumbent literally cannot produce, because the incumbent has too much to protect.
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It was held just 22 years after the Great Chicago Fire devastated the city, but Chicago was determined to dominate the world stage.
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There was an element of cynicism, but not on the part of determined prosecutors who overcame obstacles and brought the case to guilty pleas by three defendants and the conviction on 21 counts of the public official who ignited the scandal.
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Although Argentina recovered from the defeat and reached the final, the Cameroon team’s courageous performance has become the stuff of World Cup legend.
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Marmo sees Bruce’s life as tragical, comical but also adventurous and courageous.
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Servers suggested mud crab, a variety known for its firmer, savory-sweetness that could handle the richness of the Macau-style curried coconut sauce in which it was baked.
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That's a much firmer line than Charles' side of the street.
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“Undeterred.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/undeterred. Accessed 30 Jun. 2026.
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