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Obdurate (Adjective)

Showing unfeeling resistance to tender feelings; "his flinty gaze"; "the child's misery would move even the most obdurate heart".

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The obdurate attitude of the company's CEO towards the striking workers sparked widespread outrage and protests.
Her obdurate refusal to apologize for her hurtful words left a deep wound in their relationship that would take years to heal.
The charity's volunteers were determined to help the homeless, but they were met with obdurate resistance from some local residents who opposed the shelter.
The politician's obdurate stance on the issue made it difficult for her to find common ground with her opponents.
Despite the child's tears and pleas, the obdurate judge remained unmoved and handed down a harsh sentence.

Stubbornly persistent in wrongdoing.

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The obdurate criminal continued to deny any involvement in the heist, despite overwhelming evidence to the contrary.
Her obdurate refusal to return the stolen money led to a lengthy prison sentence.
The company's obdurate stance on environmental regulations sparked outrage and protests from local residents.
The politician's obdurate support for the corrupt colleague damaged her own reputation and credibility.
The obdurate attitude of the driver, who refused to accept responsibility for the accident, frustrated the investigators.