unflinching

adjective un·flinch·ing \-ˈflin-chiŋ\

: staying strong and determined even when things are difficult

: looking at or describing something or someone in a very direct way

Full Definition of UNFLINCHING

: not flinching or shrinking : steadfast, uncompromising <unflinching determination>

— un·flinch·ing·ly \-chiŋ-lē\ adverb

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Synonyms: determined, dogged, grim, implacable, relentless, unappeasable, unyielding, unrelenting

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