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tenacity

[tuh-nas-i-tee] / təˈnæs ɪ ti /


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“What struck me in researching this book was the perseverance, fortitude and tenacity that these families show. So many people would have thrown up their hands and given up,” Butts said.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 8, 2026

Jones’ film is a palatable, pleasing story of tenacity in the face of marginalization.

From Salon • Apr. 26, 2026

“Overall, we view this transition as changing the ‘tone at the top’ but maintaining the same tenacity and vigor the industry has seen from an operational perspective,” wrote Evercore analyst Nicholas Amicucci in a note.

From Barron's • Apr. 20, 2026

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

From BBC • Mar. 19, 2026

He was putting to work his tenacity and work ethic, the way he always gave to his teammates growing up, and blossoming into a leader..

From "A Deadly Wandering: A Mystery, a Landmark Investigation, and the Astonishing Science of Attention in the Digital Age" by Matt Richtel




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