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tough-minded

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tough-mind⋅ed

[tuhf-mahyn-did]
–adjective
1. characterized by a practical, unsentimental attitude or point of view.
2. strong-willed; vigorous; not easily swayed.

Origin:
1905–10


tough-mind⋅ed⋅ly, adverb
tough-mind⋅ed⋅ness, noun
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tough-mind·ed   (tŭf'mīn'dĭd)
adj.  Facing facts and difficulties with strength and determination; realistic and resolute.
tough'-mind'ed·ly adv., tough'-mind'ed·ness n.
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