72 entries under stubborn topic. ×

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hanging tough(expression, adjective, mean, hard, determined)
6
hard-boiled(adjective, mean, strong, hard, tough)
5
adamantine(adjective, strong, hard, tough, determined)
4
callous(adjective, mean, hard, tough, evil)
4
dogged(adjective, mean, hard, determined, resolute)
4
stiff-necked(adjective, mean, strong, hard, tough)
3
headstrong(adjective, hard, tough, rough, harsh)
3
implacable(adjective, mean, strong, hard, tough)
3
perverse(adjective, mean, hard, determined, resolute)
3
pigheaded(adjective, mean, hard, tough, determined)
3
willful(adjective, determined, resolute, impulsive)
2
self-willed(adjective, determined, resolute, impulsive)
2
unsympathetic(adjective, mean, hard, severe, harsh)
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bullhead(adjective, mean, hard, tough, harsh)
1
cold fish(expression, adjective, mean, hard)
1
dead set on(expression, adjective, idiom, secure, severe)
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foolhardy(determined, impulsive, reckless, impetuous)
1
froward(determined, impulsive, reckless, impetuous)
1
hard-core(adjective, strong, hard, tough, firm)
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hard-hearted(adjective, mean, hard, tough, harsh)
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