single-minded
Example Sentences
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“I am satisfied that, in these harsh conditions, Mr. Assange’s mental health would deteriorate, causing him to commit suicide with the single minded determination of his autism spectrum disorder,” the judge said.
From Washington Times • Jan. 4, 2021
He sticks to his diet with the single minded determination of someone who is terrified of returning to his previous 16 stone.
From BBC • Mar. 3, 2017
It’s precisely this uncertainty that makes the machine safer, because it’s not single minded in pursuing its objectives.
From Slate • Apr. 22, 2016
She has described herself as "single minded, very driven and ... rather stubborn at times".
From The Guardian • Jul. 16, 2013
He worked at his redesigning with a single minded passion that set him apart from the others.
From The Forbidden Trail by Morrow, Honoré
