be stubborn
Example Sentences
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Marc could be stubborn and confrontational; over the decades, they’d argued as much as any couple.
From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 7, 2025
Sure, the Hungarian herding breed can be stubborn and barky, Cheimis said, but Csoki also looks after her geese and chickens at home in Kingfield, Maine, even lying down next to the goslings.
From Seattle Times • May 13, 2024
They will need to chase Porto tonight, who will be stubborn, will no doubt play in that low block, but Arsenal need to play their own way.
From BBC • Mar. 12, 2024
The 'last mile' of bringing inflation down may prove difficult for the Fed, Blinder said, adding that the central bank won't be "stubborn" if inflation settles somewhat above its stated 2% goal.
From Reuters • Sep. 1, 2023
I wanted to be stubborn, to stay mad, but my stomach growled at the smell of tomato and melted cheese, and I dragged myself into a sitting position and reached for a slice.
From "Warcross" by Marie Lu
