hell-bent
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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
This is a knotted situation that could become even worse domestically if Rangers were not so hell-bent on raising the ante in the crisis stakes.
From BBC ● Aug. 27, 2025
The Lakers, hell-bent on getting up more three-point shots after finishing second to last in attempts last season, all looked eager to launch.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 16, 2024
He was still hell-bent on me working fast food for minimum wage, because he said saving tuition money was more important.
From "Please Ignore Vera Dietz" by A.S. King
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