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tenacity

[tuh-nas-i-tee] / təˈnæs ɪ ti /


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But its army has maintained a core of hardened soldiers who have continued to fight throughout the war, surprising even Ukraine’s foreign critics with their tenacity.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 25, 2026

“What struck me in researching this book was the perseverance, fortitude and tenacity that these families show. So many people would have thrown up their hands and given up,” Butts said.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 8, 2026

But the German champions showed their tenacity and talent to reduce the deficit to one and ensure they remain in the tie for next week's return leg in Munich.

From BBC • Apr. 28, 2026

Jones’ film is a palatable, pleasing story of tenacity in the face of marginalization.

From Salon • Apr. 26, 2026

But I saw a story about destiny and rivalry and tenacity.

From "Love, Hate & Other Filters" by Samira Ahmed




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