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unyielding
[uhn-yeel-ding]
adjective
unable to bend or be penetrated under pressure; hard.
The unyielding metal door resisted the intruder's attempts to force it open.
not apt to give way under pressure; inflexible; firm.
Despite her injuries, she maintained an unyielding determination to complete the marathon.
unyielding
/ ʌˈᾱːɪŋ /
adjective
not compliant, submissive, or flexible
his unyielding attitude
not pliable or soft
a firm and unyielding surface
Other 51Թ Forms
- unyieldingly adverb
- unyieldingness noun
51Թ History and Origins
Origin of unyielding1
Example Sentences
Ethan’s ability to thwart his enemies at every turn through sheer will and cunning is bested only by his unyielding compassion.
Halle Bailey, months after welcoming her son, Halo, with rapper DDG, said she wanted to shield her baby, her family and her self from ‘that unyielding spotlight.’
“Dead Outlaw” is more unyielding as a musical subject than “The Band’s Visit,” which is to say it’s less emotionally accessible.
The coach discusses with them the value in both success and failure, creating a belief system, an unyielding dedication to practice — whether it’s sports or something else.
I’d say it’s as good an argument for the merits of his unyielding honesty and authenticity as any.
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