Idiom: Hard-Nosed
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hard-nosedMeanings
hard + nosed; originally referred to hard-tipped bullets.
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AU
Mid-Atlantic
guided by practical experience and observation rather than by theory
hardheaded, stubborn
tough and relentlessly practical and thus not given to sentiment.
Example Sentences
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The hard-nosed detective was relentless in his pursuit of the truth.
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She is known to be a hard-nosed negotiator, never settling for anything less than what she wants.
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The hard-nosed businessman made tough decisions that helped his company succeed.
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The coach is hard-nosed and expects his players to give 100% effort.
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Despite facing criticism, the hard-nosed journalist stood by her story.
