hell-bent

Example Sentences

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In school, it’s something only used to impress peers, or for students who are hell-bent on constantly making content.

From Slate • Feb. 12, 2026

Mr. Smith wasn’t just a “bulldog” he was a rabid wolf hell-bent on winning at any cost.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 29, 2026

The Lakers, hell-bent on getting up more three-point shots after finishing second to last in attempts last season, all looked eager to launch.

From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 16, 2024

Bass' final chapter documents that the outcome of Nixon and Kissinger's hell-bent support of Pakistan was not grateful appreciation or improved relations between the two countries.

From Salon • Dec. 10, 2023

Instead they plunged hell-bent into sing, and next time round, all was lost.

From "Life of Pi" by Yann Martel