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Recent Examples of hell-bent
With the world seemingly hell-bent on her failure, indulging in the vanities of self-adornment is of little importance to Linda.
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Daniel Rodgers, Vogue, 22 Feb. 2026
That gave even more moral conviction to those hell-bent on stopping the enforcement actions.
—The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 26 Jan. 2026
Trump has pioneered something new under the sun, a national government composed of minions that seems hell-bent on creating chaos.
—Edward Lotterman, Twin Cities, 18 Jan. 2026
Only the spinmeisters hell-bent on creating a totalitarian superstate do.
—Sun Sentinel Editorial Board, Sun Sentinel, 12 Jan. 2026
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Daniel Rodgers, Vogue, 22 Feb. 2026
That gave even more moral conviction to those hell-bent on stopping the enforcement actions.
—The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 26 Jan. 2026
Trump has pioneered something new under the sun, a national government composed of minions that seems hell-bent on creating chaos.
—Edward Lotterman, Twin Cities, 18 Jan. 2026
Only the spinmeisters hell-bent on creating a totalitarian superstate do.
—Sun Sentinel Editorial Board, Sun Sentinel, 12 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for hell-bent
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The Kansas City Chiefs, fresh off their first January at home in 11 years, were intent on rebuilding their defense.—
Zak Keefer,
New York Times,
27 Apr. 2026
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But authorities in Russia appear intent on embracing the country’s dark, totalitarian past.—
Nathan Hodge,
CNN Money,
26 Apr. 2026
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This year, new creative partner Climate Spring will offer yet another dedicated meeting for each fellow with a Climate Spring development executive to provide development advice and consultation on their script.—
Matt Grobar,
Deadline,
30 Apr. 2026
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Of the 11 nuns, three are dedicated caretakers for the farm, including Laudeña, who has training in veterinary assistance and examines the rabbits every morning.—
Moná Thomas,
PEOPLE,
30 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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The Bucks County, Pennsylvania, grandmother, then 76, looked frail but resolute.—
Craig R. McCoy,
CNN Money,
24 Apr. 2026
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The Bucks County, Pennsylvania, grandmother, then 76, looked frail but resolute.—
Craig R. McCoy,
ProPublica,
23 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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But thanks to one very determined dog, Delp’s draft day celebration is now famous for an entirely different reason.—
Sara Vallone,
Charlotte Observer,
26 Apr. 2026
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Delp, the 22-year-old former Georgia Bulldogs tight end was selected by the New Orleans Saints on April 24 during the third round of the NFL draft, and the video of that special moment has quickly gone viral — thanks in no small part to his pup’s determined quest for a seat.—
Sara Vallone,
Miami Herald,
25 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Valeria Golino plays a supporting role as the grieving, insistent mother of a victim who meets with Zem’s criminologist.—
Zac Ntim,
Deadline,
29 Apr. 2026
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Her voice is light but insistent.—
Maddie Connors,
Los Angeles Times,
28 Apr. 2026
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The fans are sure to clock in for its extra nuggets of lore, but there are few reasons for a non-Slimehead to take the plunge.—
Beatrice Loayza,
Variety,
1 May 2026
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Holland's not quite sure why so many in his generation are avoiding alcohol.—
Charles Trepany,
USA Today,
1 May 2026
Adjective
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Warsh would take the chairmanship at a complicated time, given that a spike in gas prices could keep the central bank from lowering interest rates — a move that Trump has been adamant on.—
Sarah Min,
CNBC,
24 Apr. 2026
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Trump has been adamant that Iran give up its nuclear power ambitions and reopen the Strait of Hormuz in order for the war to end.—
Mabinty Quarshie,
The Washington Examiner,
24 Apr. 2026
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Players can see that single-minded purpose and respond to it, and the Hoosiers played with the discipline and efficiency of a team that mirrors its coach.—
Ian Miller OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
23 Apr. 2026
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Connor Movalli, in contrast, was far more single-minded.—
Tori Latham,
Robb Report,
19 Apr. 2026
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“Hell-bent.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hell-bent. Accessed 1 May. 2026.
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