strong-willed
Example Sentences
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"My work also busts the myth that Byfield always did what he was told and never complained. He was very strong-willed but also suffered a great deal of hardship and psychological strain."
From Science Daily ● Sep. 7, 2026
At the center of this short tale is a strong-willed woman named Judit Lindgren, who comes of age at the turn of the 20th century.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Apr. 3, 2026
Born in London in 1932, Taylor was one of the 20th Century's biggest movie stars, noted for her unique beauty and her portrayals of volatile and strong-willed characters.
From BBC ● Mar. 31, 2026
It didn’t take long to recognize that the core of the hearing would be an honor dispute between two strong-willed men.
From Slate ● Mar. 18, 2026
But he was hooked, not on the food so much, but on this strong-willed, determined young woman.
From "A Deadly Wandering: A Mystery, a Landmark Investigation, and the Astonishing Science of Attention in the Digital Age" by Matt Richtel
