hell-bent
Example Sentences
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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
Bourne told me that back in the 1970s, he hadn’t understood what Stroup was doing—why he’d been so outraged, paranoid, and hell-bent on destroying what had been a productive partnership.
From Slate • Dec. 23, 2025
"The Chinese government equally is conscious of the need for economic growth. They're not hell-bent on solely conducting surveillance."
From BBC • Jun. 9, 2025
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
Maybe if I hadn’t been so hell-bent on not becoming my parents, I could have saved Charlie.
From "Please Ignore Vera Dietz" by A.S. King
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