Hard-headed

adj

adj ·Rare ·Advanced level

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Adjective
  1. 1
    Alternative spelling of hardheaded. alt-of, alternative

    "This increase has not been caused by empire-building on the part of transport managers, who have to convince such hard-headed men as accountants and boards of directors of their arguments."

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"Mary recited her poem so movingly, so forcefully, that she brought the audience to tears. Even hard-headed Jane searched for her handkerchief."

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