obstinately refuse
Frequency: 6.06.5 per million words
To refuse in a very determined way.
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- She obstinately refused to admit her mistake, despite overwhelming evidence.
- The child would obstinately refuse to eat his vegetables, no matter how much his parents coaxed.
- He refused obstinately to sign the document without reviewing every clause.
- Even under pressure, they obstinately refused to compromise on their core principles.
- Why do you always obstinately refuse to listen to advice?
- The old machine obstinately refused to start, despite repeated attempts to fix it.
- Having made up her mind, she obstinately refused to change her decision.
- The protesters obstinately refused to disperse, determined to make their voices heard.
- Despite repeated warnings, he obstinately refused to acknowledge the danger.
- The company obstinately refused to negotiate with the striking workers.