intransigence
Example Sentences
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“Although it is regrettable that the extraordinary measure of forcing the sale of Minaj’s dwelling is required, that result is entirely the product of her intransigence in not making payment,” they stated.
From MarketWatch
Now, emerging research shows disabled survivors are also disproportionately likely to suffer in the aftermath of an inferno — as much from smoke and ash as from bureaucratic intransigence and institutional failure.
From Los Angeles Times
Not only is there greater polarization and intransigence in Congress, but the paper-thin Republican margin, the personalities of key players, and the outside pressures on both parties make compromise harder to reach.
From Los Angeles Times
"Governing in the U.S. now on economic matters is as about as tough as I've seen it because there is such intransigence, particularly on the Republican side," added Broadman, managing director at Berkeley Research Group.
From Reuters
And he should ask for the help of the people to bring pressure to bear on the Republican Party’s intransigence.
From Washington Post
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