stubbornness

Example Sentences

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A similar stubbornness, Ms. Trethewey suggests, can be traced in nearly all of her daughters: “Rebel against her as they might, they were always very much Sydney’s children.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 31, 2026

MarketWatch: What’s the difference between discipline and stubbornness in both investing and spending?

From MarketWatch • Jan. 21, 2026

The Portuguese, 40, has been criticised for his stubbornness in sticking with his favoured 3-4-2-1 formation.

From BBC • Sep. 29, 2025

Lyonne’s stubbornness would be mystifying if it weren’t so familiar.

From Salon • Jun. 29, 2025

The Icelanders were also known for their strength, fairness, and stubbornness.

From "Endgame" by Frank Brady