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as in stubborn
sticking to an opinion, purpose, or course of action in spite of reason, arguments, or persuasion
an implacable judge who knew in his bones that the cover-up extended to the highest levels of government
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as in relentless
showing no signs of slackening or yielding in one's purpose
an implacable dedication to the proposition that everyone is entitled to a quality education
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Recent Examples of implacable
Xi may be more implacable and willing to retaliate against Trump this time around.
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Michael Schuman, The Atlantic, 15 Jan. 2025
The two countries are among the West’s most implacable opponents.
—Maria Snegovaya, Foreign Affairs, 25 Nov. 2024
The morning after Israel carried out twin assassinations with pinpoint accuracy—in the capitals of two enemy countries—a surprising number of Israelis came out of their homes and handed out candies to passersby to celebrate the deaths of two implacable foes.
—Dan Raviv, airmail.news, 3 Aug. 2024
And with that, Noah made the implacable Rose start crying in front of friends and family, all 20,000 of them.
—Jon Greenberg, The Athletic, 4 Jan. 2025
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Michael Schuman, The Atlantic, 15 Jan. 2025
The two countries are among the West’s most implacable opponents.
—Maria Snegovaya, Foreign Affairs, 25 Nov. 2024
The morning after Israel carried out twin assassinations with pinpoint accuracy—in the capitals of two enemy countries—a surprising number of Israelis came out of their homes and handed out candies to passersby to celebrate the deaths of two implacable foes.
—Dan Raviv, airmail.news, 3 Aug. 2024
And with that, Noah made the implacable Rose start crying in front of friends and family, all 20,000 of them.
—Jon Greenberg, The Athletic, 4 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for implacable
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Still facing a stubborn staffing crunch, the New York City Department of Correction will require officers to work mandatory 12-hour tours in a number of city jails, a move immediately criticized by their union.—
Graham Rayman,
New York Daily News,
21 Feb. 2025
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Fiscal and monetary policy are walking a tightrope between weak real growth and stubborn inflation.—
William Pesek,
Forbes,
21 Feb. 2025
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The path isn’t always easy—after all, short-term pressures and market volatility can be relentless.—
Nell Derick Debevoise,
Forbes,
23 Feb. 2025
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Most took the language of his cryptic message to mean that there was something to the breakup buzz, which has been relentless since late 2024.—
Tom Rogers,
Newsweek,
22 Feb. 2025
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Hamilton was adamant Ferrari had all the ingredients to win the world championship for the first time since 2008.—
Luke Smith,
The Athletic,
20 Feb. 2025
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But both brown and Dr. Ayana Elizabeth Johnson – a marine biologist and policy expert – are adamant that modeling climate activism in popular culture need not be all about just ringing warning bells.—
Dan Heching,
CNN,
20 Feb. 2025
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In recent months, Israel has brightened a grim geopolitical landscape by battering Iran and its proxies.—
HAL BRANDS,
Foreign Affairs,
25 Feb. 2025
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Previous assessments already painted a grim picture, with a third of sharks, rays, and chimaeras classified as threatened with extinction.—
Melissa Cristina Márquez,
Forbes,
24 Feb. 2025
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As Shared Economy Services continues to attract extraordinary talent & experience and increases its momentum, Bobby retains his passion and remains steadfast in his vision.—
Kody Boye,
USA TODAY,
25 Feb. 2025
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As their friends glide in and out of liaisons, Mlotek and her boyfriend build a life together, their commitment mostly steadfast over the course of 12 years.—
Rachel Vorona Cote,
The Atlantic,
19 Feb. 2025
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The determined toddler finally made his way across the driveway toward the house, but another challenge awaited — climbing the stairs.—
Lydia Patrick,
Newsweek,
25 Feb. 2025
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My gallerist is walking rapidly toward us with a very determined expression.—
Anelise Chen,
The Atlantic,
25 Feb. 2025
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Intense fear of gaining weight or persistent behaviors that get in the way of weight gain, even if the person is already at a dangerously low weight.—
Daryl Austin,
USA TODAY,
24 Feb. 2025
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Flick was hopeful Yamal would be available for Tuesday’s Copa del Rey semi-final first leg against Atletico Madrid but said referees should take greater action to deter persistent fouling.—
Laia Cervelló Herrero,
The Athletic,
24 Feb. 2025
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“Implacable.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/implacable. Accessed 4 Mar. 2025.
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