intransigence
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These may be moves to calm investors, but the cost is reflected in continuing Iranian intransigence.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Mar. 26, 2026
Also on Tuesday, the Saudi ambassador to Yemen Mohammed AlJabir said the SCT had blocked a delegation from Riyadh from landing at Aden airport on Thursday, accusing the group of "intransigence".
From Barron's ● Jan. 2, 2026
“Although it is regrettable that the extraordinary measure of forcing the sale of Minaj’s dwelling is required, that result is entirely the product of her intransigence in not making payment,” they stated.
From MarketWatch ● Dec. 1, 2025
That intransigence, he said, contributes to a culture of impunity in the sheriff’s department.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 14, 2025
Fed up with the Housing Authority’s intransigence, leading 150 protesters, Ann took over a meeting between the city council and representatives of the DHA.
From "The Best of Enemies" by Osha Gray Davidson
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