tenacity

Example Sentences

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What it lacks in explosivity and pacing, “The Complex” at times compensates for in tension, tenderness and tenacity.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 23, 2026

"We are so impressed by Alanah's tenacity in raising the issue," they said.

From BBC • Mar. 19, 2026

It’s impossible to watch “All the President’s Men” and not feel inspired by Woodward and Bernstein’s tenacity.

From Salon • Mar. 7, 2026

It takes a special eye and tenacity for a coach to rewire decades of bad habits, Bell said.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 9, 2026

For Izzy did grow: despite her early start, she displayed a tenacity of will that even the doctors remarked upon.

From "Little Fires Everywhere" by Celeste Ng