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be resolute

VERB
mean business
Synonyms
WEAK
be in earnest stick at nothing
VERB
persist
Synonyms
STRONGEST
carry on carry over continue endure go on linger persevere prevail pursue recur remain
STRONG
abide grind insist last obtain perseverate repeat strive
WEAK
be stubborn follow through follow up go all the way go the limit hold on keep up leave no stone unturned perdure see through stick it out stick to guns tough it out
Antonyms
STRONGEST
cease discontinue give up go halt leave stop
STRONG
forget
WEAK
quit

Example Sentences

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"I really hope that justice will be served. I hope the president will be resolute to put in jail those accountable, whether it's his relatives or senators," she said.

From Barron's • Nov. 30, 2025

Mr Cleverly said Russia's explanation was "totally inadequate" and the UK response "will be resolute and firm".

From BBC • May 8, 2024

Let us not overlook Nikki Haley, who is also proving to be resolute on the campaign trail in New Hampshire — specifically on Tuesday and Wednesday.

From Washington Times • Dec. 10, 2023

“We must be resolute in our commitment to caring for all of us, to demanding opportunity, access, equal pay, investment and possibility for every woman,” Ferrera said.

From Seattle Times • Nov. 9, 2023

We needed now to be resolute, to keep our feet pointed in the direction of progress.

From "Becoming" by Michelle Obama