tenacity

Example Sentences

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What it lacks in explosivity and pacing, “The Complex” at times compensates for in tension, tenderness and tenacity.

From Los Angeles Times

"We are so impressed by Alanah's tenacity in raising the issue," they said.

From BBC

But beneath the outward beauty, I saw the hard gloss of tenacity and the steely glint of determination.

From Literature

Smart’s tenacity was a key ingredient to the defensive effort that locked down the Knicks and Timberwolves, and James, revered by coaches and teammates for his defensive communication, stepped up to anchor the defense too.

From Los Angeles Times

Many attempted to dodge the question, pivoting to terrorism or border security, but her tenacity revealed exactly what most of them actually believe: that there is a “but” lurking around the corner of every statement.

From Salon