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pertinacious(sharp, determined, practical, shrewd, obstinate)
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pigheaded(sharp, determined, practical, shrewd, obstinate)
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resolute(sharp, determined, steady, fixed, practical)
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steadfast
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tenacious(determined, obstinate, stubborn, relentless, unwavering)
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unbending(determined, obstinate, stubborn, relentless, unwavering)
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uncompromising(steady, fixed, impassive, inflexible, obstinate)
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unshakable
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unwavering
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unyielding(sharp, determined, steady, fixed, practical)
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awkward(obstinate, stubborn, willful)
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cantankerous(obstinate, stubborn, willful)
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contrary(obstinate, stubborn, willful)
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determined
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difficult(obstinate, stubborn, willful)
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fractious(obstinate, stubborn, willful)
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hardboiled(adjective, firm, dogged, immovable, level-headed)
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headstrong(sharp, practical, shrewd, obstinate, stubborn)
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incompliant(obstinate, stubborn, willful)
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incurable(obstinate, stubborn, willful)
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