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
It's the second time in three seasons Inter have reached the semi-finals and I just think they could prove to be stubborn opposition for Barcelona.
From BBC ● Apr. 16, 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
If you want to follow your dream, you have to be stubborn.
From Salon ● Apr. 28, 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
