stubborn as a mule

Example Sentences

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“I’ve been down plenty of rough roads, Eben. And I’m as stubborn as a mule—you know that.”

From Literature

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

From BBC

“But age comes for us all, and Mitch is stubborn as a mule, and he’s tough. And so he’s been in my prayers in recent weeks.”

From Slate

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

From Slate

“Mitch is strong, he’s stubborn as a mule,” Cruz said.

From Seattle Times