hell-bent

Example Sentences

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In school, it’s something only used to impress peers, or for students who are hell-bent on constantly making content.

From Slate • Feb. 12, 2026

Mr. Smith wasn’t just a “bulldog” he was a rabid wolf hell-bent on winning at any cost.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 29, 2026

"The Chinese government equally is conscious of the need for economic growth. They're not hell-bent on solely conducting surveillance."

From BBC • Jun. 9, 2025

“I was really hell-bent on making this just as good, just different,” she says.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 7, 2025

“Fortunately, no. I know you were pretty hell-bent on it, but it didn’t really work out.”

From "Made You Up" by Francesca Zappia