as in persistence
a steadfast adherence to an opinion, purpose, or course of action in spite of reason, arguments, or persuasion
her intransigence on the issue was simply frustrating
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Recent Examples of intransigence
One of his spokesmen has been indicted for endangering national security on suspicion of falsifying and leaking classified intelligence in order to validate the cabinet’s intransigence on a hostage deal.
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Shalom Lipner, Foreign Affairs, 25 Nov. 2024
Facing intransigence from both Israeli and Palestinian officials, a furious Republican Congress, and resistance from his own chief of staff, Bartlet digs his heels in and fights with every breath to reach a peace accord.
—Matthew Jackson, Vulture, 23 Sep. 2024
But Trump's abrupt opposition to the deal Johnson struck and his intransigence on the debt ceiling is making that a tall order.
—Andrew Solender, Axios, 19 Dec. 2024
While nobody is mourning the fall of Bashar al-Assad—even Iran, Assad's most prolific backer, was getting tired of his intransigence—there are fears about what a post-Assad Syria might have in store.
—Gordon G. Chang, Newsweek, 11 Dec. 2024
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Shalom Lipner, Foreign Affairs, 25 Nov. 2024
Facing intransigence from both Israeli and Palestinian officials, a furious Republican Congress, and resistance from his own chief of staff, Bartlet digs his heels in and fights with every breath to reach a peace accord.
—Matthew Jackson, Vulture, 23 Sep. 2024
But Trump's abrupt opposition to the deal Johnson struck and his intransigence on the debt ceiling is making that a tall order.
—Andrew Solender, Axios, 19 Dec. 2024
While nobody is mourning the fall of Bashar al-Assad—even Iran, Assad's most prolific backer, was getting tired of his intransigence—there are fears about what a post-Assad Syria might have in store.
—Gordon G. Chang, Newsweek, 11 Dec. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for intransigence
Noun
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For the second straight season, Mahomes has done so largely due to his persistence, problem-solving ability and willingness to adjust his playing style to any game’s specific circumstances.—
Nate Taylor,
The Athletic,
17 Jan. 2025
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The persistence of market failure and agency expertise narratives, despite political failures and bureaucratic ineptitude being the true obstacles.—
Clyde Wayne Crews Jr.,
Forbes,
12 Jan. 2025
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Related: ‘Neglected diseases’ are anything but neglected by the billion-plus people living with them One possible reason for this obduracy is that noma begins as a dental disease, and dental diseases have long been underappreciated global health concerns.—
John Button,
STAT,
16 Dec. 2023
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Andreas blames the obduracy of U.S. politicians and bureaucrats for the persistence of the drug wars, despite their evident failure and their huge financial and human costs.—
Russell Crandall,
Foreign Affairs,
20 Apr. 2021
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Yet, over time, Bashar Assad inherited his father’s obstinacy and brutality and increasingly relied on the security apparatus to maintain control, stifling dissent and curbing opposition.—
Sefa Secen / Made by History,
TIME,
17 Dec. 2024
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That is the popular girl’s cross to bear, and the desperate obstinacy that comes with this realization is one of Cody’s main themes.—
Rafaela Bassili,
The Atlantic,
18 Sep. 2024
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The tannins are well structured yet soft and the wine has great persistency in the finish.—
Mike DeSimone and Jeff Jenssen,
Robb Report,
2 May 2023
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Dan recalled of his daughter’s persistency.—
Eric Sondheimer Columnist,
Los Angeles Times,
21 Dec. 2020
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Without treatment, most cases of diarrhea related to alcohol use resolve in one to three days.—
Jay N. Yepuri,
Verywell Health,
23 Jan. 2025
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While the recovery process hasn't been easy, Austin's resolve is as strong as ever.—
Raul A. Reyes,
Newsweek,
22 Jan. 2025
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These systems are considered substantial factors in making determinations that affect access to critical opportunities like employment, healthcare, or financial services.—
Alonzo Martinez,
Forbes,
17 Jan. 2025
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The video, filmed in Nashville, Tennessee, reveals a heartwarming display of feline determination and charm.—
Yaakov Katz,
Newsweek,
17 Jan. 2025
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“Intransigence.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/intransigence. Accessed 27 Jan. 2025.
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