intransigent

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Both sides are frustratingly intransigent, but though Ms. Etura appears in only a few scenes, she makes Clara’s balance of anguish and guilt palpable.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 5, 2026

Mr Gibson called the housing industry "intransigent", adding: "Things like transport have improved in the last 20 years, but I haven't seen any greater availability of accessible housing."

From BBC • Oct. 26, 2025

Decency and sanity demand that we address these catastrophes, however massive and intransigent.

From Los Angeles Times • May 26, 2024

That stance is more intransigent than the one adopted by Saudi Arabia’s neighbor, the United Arab Emirates, another major oil and gas producer.

From Seattle Times • Dec. 10, 2023

In fact, the most intransigent got fed “the loaf” for the first few days.

From "Newjack: Guarding Sing Sing" by Ted Conover