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Hard-boiled (Adjective)

Used of persons; emotionally hardened; "faced a case-hardened judge".

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The hard-boiled detective had seen it all and wasn't easily shocked by the gruesome crime scene.
After years of working on the streets, the cop had become a hard-boiled veteran of the force.
The hard-boiled businessman was known for his ruthless tactics and ability to make tough decisions.
The judge was a hard-boiled jurist who had no patience for frivolous lawsuits or excuses.
The hard-boiled reporter had a reputation for being fearless and willing to take risks to get the story.

Tough and callous by virtue of experience.

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The hard-boiled detective had seen it all and wasn't impressed by the suspect's alibi.
Her years on the streets had made her hard-boiled, unwilling to trust anyone.
After fighting in two wars, he had become hard-boiled, with a cynical view of life.
The hard-boiled businesswoman was notorious for her ruthless negotiating tactics.
The cop's hard-boiled exterior hid a soft spot for kids and animals.

(eggs) cooked until the yolk is solid.

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The detective's hard-boiled eggs were the only thing that got him through the long night of questioning suspects.
She liked her eggs hard-boiled and kept a few in the fridge for a quick snack.
After a few minutes in boiling water, the eggs were hard-boiled and ready to peel.
The chef recommended serving the deviled eggs with a hard-boiled yolk for a richer flavor.
She found the hard-boiled eggs at the convenience store to be a convenient and protein-rich breakfast option.