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stubborn as a mule



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"Michael knew all of this, but as his friends and family will attest, he was passionate, and stubborn as a mule."

From BBC • Feb. 27, 2024

“And he’s stubborn as a mule, and I have every hope he recovers to full strength.”

From Slate • Sep. 7, 2023

As always, though, V. I. remains the most vivid participant in this case, stubborn as a mule — although she sees herself as another animal entirely.

From New York Times • Apr. 17, 2020

"My husband's stubborn as a mule, and he wouldn't leave," Wash told KABC-TV.

From US News • Jul. 25, 2016

“He’s stubborn as a mule and proud as a horse. He’s got a pride like brass.”

From "East of Eden" by John Steinbeck




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