as in determined
fully committed to achieving a goal
despite the risks involved, she was resolute in her decision to undergo the experimental operation
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Recent Examples of resolute
DeCosta is resolute about not revealing the nature of his talks with Jackson.
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Jeff Zrebiec, New York Times, 21 May 2025
Coupling calmness with resolute silence can be masterful.
—John Baldoni, Forbes.com, 1 June 2025
But as the match progressed, Djokovic – who turned 38 on Thursday – showed the kind of resolute determination which appeared to have deserted him of late, breaking Hurkacz four times in a tiebreak after each player had held serve throughout the second set.
—Jamie Barton, CNN Money, 24 May 2025
Aisha’s resolute headspace distinctly, commanding the screen with her sharp, uncompromising gaze.
—Tomris Laffly, Variety, 22 May 2025
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Jeff Zrebiec, New York Times, 21 May 2025
Coupling calmness with resolute silence can be masterful.
—John Baldoni, Forbes.com, 1 June 2025
But as the match progressed, Djokovic – who turned 38 on Thursday – showed the kind of resolute determination which appeared to have deserted him of late, breaking Hurkacz four times in a tiebreak after each player had held serve throughout the second set.
—Jamie Barton, CNN Money, 24 May 2025
Aisha’s resolute headspace distinctly, commanding the screen with her sharp, uncompromising gaze.
—Tomris Laffly, Variety, 22 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for resolute
Adjective
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Surely, a determined Indiana student who wants to attend his or her state university should be able to study German, art history or dance, somewhere; if not in Bloomington, then where else in Indiana?—
The Editorial Board,
Chicago Tribune,
7 July 2025
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The winner of the Kansas City Regional will advance to the TBT quarterfinals on July 28 at a yet to be determined location.—
Gary Bedore
July 7,
Kansas City Star,
7 July 2025
Adjective
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In word and deed since, Leo has seemed intent on almost disappearing into the role.—
Nicole Winfield,
Los Angeles Times,
5 July 2025
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Since that fateful day in November 2022 our university has become stronger, more intent on its purpose and more supportive of each other.—
Idaho Statesman,
Idaho Statesman,
4 July 2025
Adjective
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The second set ultimately went all the way to a tiebreak, and after trading two mini-breaks apiece, the British pair gained a decisive two-point advantage, aided by a Pel double-fault.—
Leon Imber,
New York Times,
12 July 2025
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The idea that no one was born inherently superior, that status wasn’t tied to birth but to citizenship and shared rights, was a radical break in human history and a decisive rejection of Old World European ideology.—
Jared Nordlund,
The Orlando Sentinel,
12 July 2025
Adjective
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And for those stunning backless dresses that demand a bra-free look, nipple covers are your secret weapon for confident coverage.—
Caitlyn Martyn
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FOXNews.com,
8 July 2025
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But whether the team would be confident elevating an interim replacement the way the Nats did with assistant GM Mike DeBartolo is not known.—
Ken Rosenthal,
New York Times,
8 July 2025
Adjective
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Among Republicans, the gap is a 19% positive to a 43% negative.—
Philip Elliott,
Time,
9 July 2025
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The young wingers are the latest hope for an Edmonton player to win the award, with positive indicators everywhere.—
Allan Mitchell,
New York Times,
9 July 2025
Adjective
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Stay firm, shorten the backswing and block the ball back, or even chip it.—
Matthew Futterman,
New York Times,
9 July 2025
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One tester mentioned that the skin around her eyes felt firmer after just three weeks of use.—
WIRED,
Wired News,
9 July 2025
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“Resolute.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/resolute. Accessed 19 Jul. 2025.
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