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adjectiveFirmly unwilling to change a position or decision.
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Clear all filtersFirmly unwilling to change a position or decision.
To warn, advise firmly, or express disapproval of someone's conduct.
Express firm disapproval
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To state firmly or put forward a claim or position.
State firmly
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In an absolute and unqualified manner.
A firmly held belief.
So firmly established that it cannot reasonably be challenged.
Beyond reasonable challenge
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So deeply established that it is difficult to change.
Not stable or assured, or lacking confidence about one's position.
Lacking confidence
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Unwilling to compromise or change a firmly held position.
To make something firmer, more secure, or more firmly established.
Firm and dependable in support or loyalty.
Firmly refusing to give way or change; also physically inflexible.
Refusing to give way
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