mulishly

Example Sentences

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But the story begins with Marya mulishly oblivious to the beauty of a spring day as she obsesses about her miserable lot.

From Slate • Jan. 15, 2021

He mulishly resisted anyone’s characterization of any legal elements of, say, obstruction.

From Slate • Jul. 24, 2019

Hopefully, the legislature of the state of Mississippi will one day follow ASB’s example instead of standing mulishly, embarrassingly behind the status quo.

From Time • Oct. 22, 2015

When Weber mulishly refused to show his hands, he was wrestled to the ground by anxious policemen.

From Time Magazine Archive

“No idea,” said Ron mulishly, looking up at him.

From "Harry Potter And The Goblet Of Fire" by J. K. Rowling