35 entries under difficult topic. ×

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uncompromising(adjective, tough, firm, rigid)
4
tough(adjective, strong, hard, rough, firm)
3
indomitable(adjective, strong, hard, tough)
3
intractable(adjective, tough, firm, persistent)
2
cantankerous(awkward, persistent, obstinate, stubborn)
2
contrary(awkward, persistent, obstinate, stubborn)
2
recalcitrant(awkward, persistent, obstinate, stubborn)
2
refractory(awkward, persistent, obstinate, stubborn)
2
tenacious(awkward, persistent, obstinate, stubborn)
2
unbending(adjective, strong, hard, tough, rough)
2
uncooperative(awkward, persistent, obstinate, stubborn)
2
ungovernable(awkward, persistent, obstinate, stubborn)
2
unmanageable(awkward, persistent, obstinate, stubborn)
2
unruly(awkward, persistent, obstinate, stubborn)
2
wayward(awkward, persistent, obstinate, stubborn)
1
awkward(tough, wild, obstinate, stubborn)
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bullheaded(adjective, strong, hard, tough, severe)
1
hang tough(expression, tough, wild, awkward)
1
headstrong(adjective, hard, tough, severe, rough)
1
immovable(adjective, strong, hard, tough)
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