96 entries under stubborn topic. ×

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set(adjective, persistent, obstinate, unbending)
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single-minded(adjective, tough, firm, persistent, obstinate)
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steadfast(adjective, tough, firm, persistent, obstinate)
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unbending(adjective, tough, firm, difficult, unreasonable)
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adamantine(tough, firm, unreasonable, grim, obstinate)
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bullheaded(tough, firm, difficult, awkward, unreasonable)
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cussed(tough, firm, persistent, obstinate)
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hard-line(difficult, awkward, persistent, obstinate)
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hidebound(adjective, persistent, obstinate, unbending)
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iron(tough, firm, persistent, obstinate)
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opinionated(tough, firm, determined, unreasonable, fixed)
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ornery(tough, firm, negative, unreasonable, hostile)
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relentless(tough, firm, persistent, obstinate)
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resolute(adjective, tough, difficult, obstinate)
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stiff-necked(adjective, tough, firm, stupid, unreasonable)
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strict(adjective, persistent, obstinate, unbending)
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strong-minded(determined, fixed, hardheaded)
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unadaptable(obstinate, unbending)
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awkward(adjective, tough, difficult, unpleasant, wild)
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bull-headed(adjective, obstinate, willful)
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