69 entries under obstinate topic. ×

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pig-headed(adjective, determined, resolute, impulsive)
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resistant(adjective, hard, determined, resolute, unfeeling)
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steadfast(adjective, firm, determined, resolute)
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stern(adjective, hard, tough, severe, rough)
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tenacious(adjective, determined, resolute, uncompromising)
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unwavering(adjective, determined, resolute, uncompromising)
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brass-bound(adjective, determined, resolute, uncompromising)
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bull-headed(adjective, determined, resolute, uncompromising)
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hidebound(adjective, determined, resolute, uncompromising)
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inelastic(adjective, determined, resolute, uncompromising)
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callous(adjective, mean, hard, tough, evil)
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hanging(adjective, determined, resolute, uncompromising)
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headstrong(adjective, hard, tough, rough, harsh)
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hard-line(adjective, strong, hard, tough, severe)
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strict(adjective, strong, hard, tough, severe)
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unforgiving(adjective, hard, severe, rough, harsh)
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dangerous(adjective, hard, evil, rough, nasty)
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fierce(adjective, clear, hard, tough, severe)
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hard-bitten(adjective, hard, tough, severe, sharp)
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merciless(adjective, hard, severe, rough, firm)
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