5
bulldogged
5
dauntless(adjective, strong, tough, vigorous, bold)
5
decisive(adjective, determined, serious, resolute, persistent)
5
dedicated(adjective, clear, strong, tough, severe)
5
energetic(adjective, strong, sound, tough, solid)
5
gluey(adjective, tough, thick, syrupy, tacky)
5
gritty(adjective, strong, tough, determined, steady)
5
gummy(adjective, secure, thick, tacky, sticky)
5
gutsy(adjective, strong, tough, determined, vigorous)
5
hidebound(adjective, determined, resolute, persistent, obstinate)
5
iron(adjective, strong, tough, firm, solid)
5
lasting(adjective, tough, firm, true, fixed)
5
loyal(adjective, firm, true, fixed, resolute)
5
opinionated(tough, firm, unreasonable, grim, persistent)
5
patient(adjective, strong, firm, determined, steady)
5
perseverant
5
pig-headed(adjective, determined, resolute, obstinate, stubborn)
5
recalcitrant(adjective, tough, firm, difficult, wild)
5
stable(adjective, strong, sound, secure, tough)
5
uncooperative(adjective, difficult, wild, awkward, persistent)
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