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hell-bent

ADJECTIVE

set on

Synonyms

WEAK

bent on bound and determined constant decided determined driven firm fixed intent obsessed persevering persistent relentless resolute resolved serious set on single-minded steadfast strong-minded strong-willed stubborn tenacious unhesitating unrelenting unwavering

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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

Recently, England have been hell-bent on making sure they're looking for that 90mph bowler.

From BBC • Feb. 27, 2025

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

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 7, 2025

Doug was hell-bent on joining the summit push, even though his throat was still bothering him and his strength seemed to be at a low ebb.

From "Into Thin Air" by Jon Krakauer

hell-bent

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