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as in strict
not allowing for any exceptions or loosening of standards
an uncompromising adherence to the rules that would do a schoolmarm proud
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as in stubborn
sticking to an opinion, purpose, or course of action in spite of reason, arguments, or persuasion
the professor is generally an uncompromising stickler for deadlines, but he will make exceptions for genuine need
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Recent Examples of uncompromising
The Filipino filmmaker delivers a pictorial fresco of the 16th century, at once a sensory immersion and an uncompromising political perspective on colonial violence.
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Leo Barraclough, Variety, 9 May 2025
In a culture drunk on likability and addicted to mass approval, Kilmer was something else entirely — unpredictable, uncompromising, unforgettable.
—Jeetendr Sehdev, Forbes.com, 2 Apr. 2025
In recent years, however, the Chinese state has taken an even more uncompromising line.
—Gina Anne Tam, Foreign Affairs, 19 Sep. 2023
Jinsei is an uncompromising social satire that examines identity and the meaning of life.
—Jamie Lang, Variety, 23 Apr. 2025
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Leo Barraclough, Variety, 9 May 2025
In a culture drunk on likability and addicted to mass approval, Kilmer was something else entirely — unpredictable, uncompromising, unforgettable.
—Jeetendr Sehdev, Forbes.com, 2 Apr. 2025
In recent years, however, the Chinese state has taken an even more uncompromising line.
—Gina Anne Tam, Foreign Affairs, 19 Sep. 2023
Jinsei is an uncompromising social satire that examines identity and the meaning of life.
—Jamie Lang, Variety, 23 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for uncompromising
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There is a strict bag policy in place at the stadium, and all restrictions will be enforced.—
Caché McClay,
USA Today,
5 June 2025
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No new stores that sell certain pets will be allowed to open in Manatee County and existing pet sellers and breeders will face stricter regulations under new rules passed unanimously Tuesday by county leaders.—
Ryan Ballogg,
The Orlando Sentinel,
5 June 2025
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Their relationship can be difficult as AM is stubborn and likes to have her way always.—
Carolyn Rosenblatt,
Forbes.com,
9 June 2025
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Rick McConnell said that this sounds like his mom, who is stubborn.—
Bella Waters,
Kansas City Star,
4 June 2025
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These days, most people delivering your forecasts are scientists with rigorous training in calculus, fluid dynamics, thermodynamics, atmospheric physics and the other meteorological coursework.—
Marshall Shepherd,
Forbes.com,
5 June 2025
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The Council for Higher Education Accreditation ensures accrediting agencies uphold rigorous standards.—
Hanna Park,
CNN Money,
5 June 2025
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But Rawan is adamant that solving this will need more than just high-tech products.—
Alexander Puutio,
Forbes.com,
9 June 2025
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Furious, Julian is adamant that Gabby wasn’t on the boat with Finn and Toby.—
Barry Levitt,
Time,
6 June 2025
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Despite Aspinall winning the interim crown, UFC CEO Dana White remained steadfast in saying that Jones vs. Miocic was the fight to make.—
Trent Reinsmith,
Forbes.com,
13 June 2025
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From the outset, our firm has maintained that no one is above the law, especially those in positions of power, and that principle remains steadfast.—
Cheyenne Roundtree,
Rolling Stone,
12 June 2025
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“Uncompromising.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/uncompromising. Accessed 17 Jun. 2025.
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