mulishness

The Brexiteers, pursuing a fantasy of imperial-era strength and self-sufficiency, have repeatedly revealed their hubris, mulishness and ineptitude over the past two years.

The hours ticked by and, eventually, sheer mulishness won out.

His persistence in the face of mulishness was astounding.

According to Ms. Rubin’s research, Questioners have other charming weaknesses in addition to a certain mulishness about deadlines.

We then bemoan their mulishness and sly ways, as they avoid the stick and do backroom deals with the carrot-holder.