2
resistant(adjective, difficult, awkward, forced, averse)
2
uncompliant(irritable, restless, unruly, peevish, restive)
2
uncooperative(adjective, tough, difficult, wild, awkward)
2
undutiful
1
afraid(adjective, difficult, awkward, forced, averse)
1
against(adjective, difficult, awkward, forced, averse)
1
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1
assertive(adjective, unruly)
1
at odds
1
awkward(tough, difficult, unpleasant, wild, stubborn)
1
backward(adjective, difficult, awkward, forced, averse)
1
bawdy(adjective, unruly)
1
begrudging(adjective, difficult, awkward, forced, averse)
1
beyond control
1
breachy
1
cantankerous(tough, difficult, wild, awkward, obstinate)
1
compelled(adjective, difficult, awkward, forced, averse)
1
contumacious
1
cursory
1
demurring(adjective, difficult, awkward, forced, averse)
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