72 entries under stubborn topic. ×

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impassive(adjective, hard, secure, steady, fixed)
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imprudent(determined, impulsive, reckless, impetuous)
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indurate(adjective, mean, hard, tough, harsh)
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intractable(sharp, firm, determined, practical, impulsive)
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iron(adjective, mean, hard, tough, harsh)
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mean(adjective, clear, hard, tough, severe)
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mule(determined, impulsive, reckless, impetuous)
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murder(determined, impulsive, reckless, impetuous)
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rash(determined, impulsive, reckless, impetuous)
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reckless(determined, impulsive, impetuous)
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refractory(firm, determined, impulsive, obstinate)
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stand pat(expression, sharp, firm, steady, fixed)
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staunch(firm, determined, resolute, steadfast)
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strong-minded(determined, impulsive, reckless, impetuous)
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thick-skinned(adjective, mean, hard, tough, harsh)
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tough nut to crack(expression, adjective, idiom, mean, hard)
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uncompassionate(adjective, mean, hard, tough, harsh)
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uncontrollable(determined, impulsive, reckless, impetuous)
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uncooperative(adjective, mean, hard, tough, harsh)
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ungovernable(determined, impulsive, reckless, impetuous)
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