| 单词 | doggedness |
| 例句 | I did well in school not so much through cleverness as through doggedness. Long Walk to Freedom 1994-01-01T00:00:00Z Success is a function of persistence and doggedness and the willingness to work hard for twenty-two minutes to make sense of something that most people would give up on after thirty seconds. Outliers 2008-11-18T00:00:00Z I just knew that my doggedness and personal motivation would trump any training these guys had. Confessions of a Murder Suspect 2012-09-24T00:00:00Z Or imagine a country where Renee’s doggedness is not the exception, but a cultural trait, embedded as deeply as the culture of honor in the Cumberland Plateau. Outliers 2008-11-18T00:00:00Z We lost the flare of excitement and we had not yet put on the doggedness of a long war. East of Eden 1952-09-01T00:00:00Z Covering more than fifty encryption systems, the book testifies to the doggedness and ingenuity of Elizebeth and her team. The Woman All Spies Fear 2021-10-19T00:00:00Z “It revealed their cleverness, astuteness and doggedness, along with the desire and need to raise money.” The Complex History of the Women’s Suffrage Movement 2019-08-15T04:00:00Z Some of her trust in doctors was naïve or inchoate, but she manifested a doggedness that is the backbone of the book. How a Mystery Illness Cost One Writer a Decade of Health 2022-03-01T05:00:00Z But his doggedness is inspiring, and his punches land. Books of The Times: ‘A Wilderness of Error,’ by Errol Morris, on the MacDonald Trial 2012-09-10T23:33:39Z After searching for several days, his doggedness had paid off. Her diamond ring fell in the ocean. A stranger hunted for days, then found it. 2022-08-25T04:00:00Z His manic doggedness, always teetering on the brink of hysteria, went straight into her depiction of the obsessive Victor Frankenstein. The Mother of Frankenstein 2018-06-01T04:00:00Z She earned a reputation for doggedness while undertaking assignments for newspapers and magazines, but rose to prominence after covering the 1960s and 70s trials of Nazi concentration camp personnel. Gitta Sereny dies at 91 2012-06-18T21:48:37Z As he ages, the doggedness of this amiability can make it seem, sometimes, as if he’s just one sequined cummerbund away from becoming the world’s most successful wedding D.J. The Corporate Optimism of Justin Timberlake at Last Night’s Oscars 2017-02-27T05:00:00Z All of these qualities, but especially the combination of doggedness and strategic vision, emerge clearly from Kurtz-Phelan’s finely detailed account. A Marshall Plan for China? It Existed, but Even Marshall Couldn’t Pull It Off 2018-06-06T04:00:00Z Richard Williams was often maligned for the single-minded way he raised his daughters, but Will plays him empathetically as a stubborn hero, leaning into his doggedness but never making him an object of derision. Hollywood’s First Family of Putting It Out There 2022-02-10T05:00:00Z We need to be sane to work – being an author requires discipline, doggedness, a rhino-hide for criticism – but we must also be open to the insanity of creativity. Does Prozac help artists be creative? 2013-05-19T06:00:00Z The titular profession — hunting down and “retiring” renegade members of the almost-human, genetically engineered android species known as replicants — is practiced with the same brutal doggedness as in the old days. Review: ‘Blade Runner 2049’ Tries to Honor the Original and to Slip Free of It 2017-10-02T04:00:00Z She’s been through that mill, and it was only perverse doggedness that prevented her from being ground to powder. Review | Raised in a cult, Lauren Hough’s salvation was the discovery of her own inimitable voice 2021-04-16T04:00:00Z Cassie's doggedness unravels when she falls for one of the men on her list, but Bell resists clichés and stretches the tension out to a bitterly abrupt end in which there are no winners. First fiction – reviews 2012-09-28T21:45:03Z He’s the classic haunted private eye, but the anguish is underplayed, with the writers and Mr. Pearce emphasizing Irish’s doggedness, decency and deadpan humor. Watch List: Hero on the Page Moves Doggedly to the Screen 2013-07-21T22:08:20Z It is this doggedness of the radical child throughout Smith’s work that is at once invigorating and maddening. The Uneasy Verse of Stevie Smith 2016-07-25T04:00:00Z He prospered as a lawyer, winning his cases not with eloquence, as Cicero did, but with sheer doggedness, piling up details and wearing down his opponents by speaking for hours on end. They Were the Renaissance Men of Roman Antiquity 2019-12-10T05:00:00Z Harry’s doggedness is seen not only in his devotion to this one stray detail, but also in Mr. Connelly’s dedication to making his title work. Review: John Grisham and Michael Connelly, Making Their Cases in New Novels 2015-10-27T04:00:00Z To illustrate her doggedness, she recalled one of her first jobs: working in her high school’s office. 54 Albums Later, Connie Smith’s Defiant Heart Has Plenty to Say 2021-08-19T04:00:00Z Mr. De Lestrade doesn’t present them as Hollywood-style saints, but as conscientious civil servants who are extraordinary primarily in their doggedness. Review: From a True-Crime Pioneer, a Different Sort of Truth 2018-08-22T04:00:00Z Sometimes a reporter’s doggedness shows through in situations where a more complicit, reassuring tone is probably what the morning audience, and the show’s producers, would prefer. television: Ann Curry and the Ratings for ‘Today’ 2012-06-20T12:00:00Z To put it in the language of 21st-century capitalism, the founders of Communism are disrupters and innovators, in possession of the entrepreneurial doggedness and the self-righteous zeal required to bend the world to their will. Review: In ‘The Young Karl Marx,’ a Scruffy Specter Haunts Europe 2018-02-22T05:00:00Z Though an investigator of formidable instinct and intuition, his real advantage is his painstaking doggedness, his willingness to sift and resift evidence until it speaks to him. Henning Mankell is gone, but he leaves enduring legacy with Wallander novels 2015-10-05T04:00:00Z Searching up the W.P.A. posters, many of which only survived because they scattered to hidden corners and private hands, requires particular doggedness. Meet the National Parks’ ‘Ranger of the Lost Art’ 2020-08-25T04:00:00Z It is that perseverance that defines Mr. Camacho’s doggedness in the work, which, as you might expect, is not easy to perform. Dance: Meg Stuart Choreographs ?Blessed? at New York Live Arts 2012-01-06T20:40:21Z Neruda is annoyed and sometimes amused by the detective’s doggedness, but Peluchonneau is haunted by the poet’s mystique, and by a growing sense of his own incompleteness. Review: ‘Neruda’ Pursues the Poet as Fugitive 2016-12-15T05:00:00Z His doggedness earned him Nixon’s personal vitriol and the opportunity to film from the chamber in which the Watergate hearings were being held. TV Picks: 'Outlander,' 'Legends,' 'Dick Cavett's Watergate' 2014-08-07T04:00:00Z For him, decoupage was labor intensive, even when used for what were technically sketches for work in other mediums: Adamant, infuriated doggedness was his way. ‘Henri Matisse: The Cut-Outs,’ a Victory Lap at MoMA 2014-10-09T04:00:00Z That work will require an anthropologist’s talent for sifting tainted evidence, a historian’s doggedness, an agitator’s conscience and a journalist’s gift for narrative. An Unlikely Alliance in Upstate N.Y. and the Fight for Black and Women’s Rights 2021-03-30T04:00:00Z But Ms. Macy balances compassion and doggedness in pushing past that easy answer. The Top Books of 2016 2016-12-14T05:00:00Z At one point he celebrates his own doggedness by beginning to run the closing credits before announcing that no, the story isn’t over yet. Television Review: Josh Fox’s ‘Gasland Part II’ Is to Be Shown on HBO 2013-07-05T21:36:12Z A review in The New York Times said the book made clear “the sheer doggedness of Mr. Vesco’s compulsive fabrications” and called it “a comic epic of nonstop scamming.” Arthur Herzog III, Author of ?The Swarm,? Dies at 83 2010-06-09T04:53:00Z He approached the written word with the same doggedness as he did the spoken, turning out "about seven novels" before getting a sniff of publication. A life in writing: Tim Parks 2012-07-27T21:55:02Z As she freely admits, Mengers, who died in 2011, landed clients by threats, deception, cajoling, promises, guilt and doggedness - anything, really. Review: Bette Midler gets to make fun of Hollywood 2013-04-25T01:07:08Z And it gives Mr. Mankell one last chance to show how Wallander’s doggedness, acuity and fierce dedication to justice have kept this character and his exploits alive. Books of The Times: Detective Meets His End, Sort Of 2011-03-27T22:37:55Z At the Poets Cafe, Reed’s doggedness felt energizing and yet also somewhat futile. In “The Haunting of Lin-Manuel Miranda,” Ishmael Reed Revives an Old Debate 2019-01-09T05:00:00Z She wondered whether that placed a bigger target on his back, as his reputation for doggedness was perpetuated within the industry and reinforced by critics. Twenty years after ‘The Sixth Sense,’ M. Night Shyamalan hasn’t given up on twist endings 2019-01-16T05:00:00Z Those numbers could be gathered in any number of means, each of which was in its own way a test of your resourcefulness, doggedness and the trust you’d earned. Behind the ‘sacred item’ Larry Stone is carrying until his last day on the job 2023-11-03T04:00:00Z Often underestimated by his opponents and sometimes by his supporters, Sanchez gained a reputation for doggedness when, as opposition leader in 2016, he stuck to his "no means no" mantra against enabling a conservative government. Spanish PM Sanchez's riskiest gamble could yet pay off 2023-07-06T04:00:00Z The Mexican Filipino reporter lacked the typical journalism credentials to break into the business, but proved that infinite curiosity and insatiable doggedness were more than enough to thrive in the industry. Appreciation: Tony Valdez, trailblazing Latino news reporter with an encyclopedic knowledge of L.A. 2023-05-11T04:00:00Z Grabbing a piece of fabric is often the only way teammates can fight back against the disruptiveness that comes from Clark’s quickness, instincts and, well, doggedness. Jaylen Clark's defensive intensity leaves no bone to pick for UCLA teammates 2023-02-09T05:00:00Z Her doggedness destroyed her good relationship with her brother and his wife. Unlucky numbers: Fighting murder convictions that rest on shoddy stats 2023-01-18T05:00:00Z Perhaps the moral of this story of doggedness — whether in hitting or elsewhere — is that it’s a virtue that never stops giving and builds on itself with age. Perspective | Joey Meneses seems too good to be true. What if he’s for real? 2022-09-29T04:00:00Z Beset with difficulties, the film nonetheless came together, shot on location in Nigeria, thanks to the doggedness of its director. Nigeria's Biyi Bandele: A storyteller to his bones 2022-09-24T04:00:00Z Schmidt’s reputation for exacting doggedness eventually brought him to the attention of the astronomers at the Mt. Maarten Schmidt, Caltech astronomer who changed our understanding of the cosmos, dies 2022-09-23T04:00:00Z It was a doggedness we saw an awful lot from them last season, a character that has taken them to where they want to be - in with the truly big boys of Europe. 'Dogged Rangers fight way to place with big boys' 2022-08-24T04:00:00Z In truth, doggedness — my sole gift from the gods — can accomplish just so much. Review | In these gloomy, divisive times, does anyone care about books? I do. 2022-05-25T04:00:00Z Personal narrative, in her framing, is an exercise in humility and doggedness, a refusal to stick to the first version of one’s story. More navel-gazing, please. Melissa Febos thinks personal essays can change the world 2022-03-11T05:00:00Z Such a plot would be vulnerable to charges of exploitation were it not for the doggedness with which Argento pursues his blood-and-gore agenda to the point where audiences are left gasping with improbable laughter. Horror legend Argento, 81, brings gory swan song to Berlin Film Festival 2022-02-12T05:00:00Z But the Democratic caucus included senators across the ideological spectrum and, with few moderate Republicans left, it took all of Mr. Reid’s legislative acumen, doggedness and even shamelessness to win some close votes. Harry M. Reid, Senate Majority Leader Behind Landmark Democratic Victories, Dies at 82 2021-12-28T05:00:00Z But he’s earned a reputation for doggedness even though he does not crow about his victories in front of the television cameras. He Helped St. Louis Land the Rams. He Squeezed the N.F.L. When They Left. 2021-11-30T05:00:00Z Landrieu’s doggedness in taking down monuments like the larger-than-life statue of Robert E. Lee towering over St. Charles Avenue was unpopular among some white voters. Landrieu back in spotlight tackling infrastructure, equity 2021-11-20T05:00:00Z Bezdjian and others who have met Bitar describe a soft-spoken, calm and courageous man who has stayed clear of political affiliations or nepotism and displayed professionalism and doggedness. The judge leading Beirut blast probe: Discreet and defiant 2021-10-25T04:00:00Z In extreme heat, such doggedness can transform from admirable to life-threatening. Team USA has been warily watching the Tokyo forecast for years 2021-07-18T04:00:00Z Her lined face, frail but steady stature, and admirable doggedness are this movie’s relief map of human endurance. Review: An African woman takes a bold stand in 'This Is Not a Burial, It’s a Resurrection' 2021-04-01T04:00:00Z He lacks discipline, intellectual rigor and the doggedness Nixon used to pull himself up from the bottom. Perspective | Nixon rehabilitated his image. Could Trump? 2021-01-22T05:00:00Z This week, the New England Newspaper & Press Association presented Joe Wojtas with its First Amendment Award for his “doggedness and pursuit of the truth.” Editorial Roundup: New England 2020-11-20T05:00:00Z While attempting to unravel the “mystery” of McPizza, Mr. Thompson has turned doggedness into a kind of performance art. A Podcast Answers a Fast-Food Question That Nobody Is Asking 2020-10-28T04:00:00Z He obviously admires Fisk as an intrepid, power-challenging figure of principle, emphasizing the journalist’s unassuming doggedness and clear-eyed views about covering the Middle East’s woes and handling the seismic shifts in his own profession. Review: 'This Is Not a Movie' documents the on-the-ground reporting of journalist Robert Fisk 2020-10-15T04:00:00Z Indeed, few people could match him for plain doggedness in the struggle toward a righteous end. John Lewis’ life was a master class in stubborn resolve 2020-07-23T04:00:00Z Their foresight and proactive approach are a credit to the forged partnerships and doggedness of Aiken’s leadership. Editorial Roundup: South Carolina 2020-05-27T04:00:00Z Her skill and doggedness have earned her a worldwide following. Meet this super-spotter of duplicated images in science papers 2020-05-12T04:00:00Z Across the room, another left-hander was immediately struck by Betts’ silent doggedness. How newcomer Mookie Betts instantly became a clubhouse leader for the Dodgers 2020-03-02T05:00:00Z But it was her presence, her willingness to apply, and her doggedness in her career that helped pave the way for countless other women in Wyoming’s judicial system. Wyoming’s first female Supreme Court justice paved the way 2020-02-15T05:00:00Z City’s superiority was plain for long spells but a combination of United’s doggedness and their own profligacy ensured it went down to the wire. Manchester City reach Carabao Cup final despite Matic’s winner for United 2020-01-29T05:00:00Z Meanwhile Kelly was finding ways to pierce Pompeo’s doggedness: his robotic armor. Mary Louise Kelly's interaction with Mike Pompeo was like satire. If only it was | Francine Prose 2020-01-27T05:00:00Z For all his doggedness, Democrats think McConnell can at times be pressured into bending. Senate's McConnell keeps cool in heated Trump impeachment trial 2020-01-20T05:00:00Z For all of his legendary doggedness, Democrats think McConnell at times can be pressured into bending. Trump must now depend on 'Grim Reaper' McConnell to save him in Senate trial 2019-12-19T05:00:00Z However, he also displayed great doggedness and determination in pursuing his Ukraine probe, even as some of Trump’s own staff dismissed it as baseless. Rudy Giuliani Is a One-Man Wrecking Crew 2019-10-02T04:00:00Z She realizes that doggedness really leads to progress, so she picks her goals more judiciously. Review | Can an uncompromising activist keep her integrity while working in the White House? 2019-09-05T04:00:00Z And he thought that his doggedness might inspire others. Venezuelan man makes ‘one-legged’ trek across South America 2019-08-19T04:00:00Z But Charles's doggedness had put rubber at the very heart of the industrial economy. The horrific consequences of rubber's toxic past 2019-07-23T04:00:00Z He later showed a similar doggedness in becoming a talented public speaker — studying the video and audio of influential leaders, including two he despised: Adolf Hitler and Benito Mussolini. A.J. Duffy, a combative, colorful leader of L.A. teachers union, dies at 75 2019-07-11T04:00:00Z The doggedness that defined him as a Cardinal could carry him only so far as an Angel. Adulation from fans awaits Albert Pujols in St. Louis 2019-06-20T04:00:00Z Online, these “race realists” have a fierce doggedness about them. Why race science is on the rise again 2019-05-18T04:00:00Z It turned out that the same stubborn doggedness she learned from the strong women around her proved to be one of her biggest challenges as she became her mother’s caretaker. Breast cancer stalked every woman in her family. She was determined it wouldn’t get her 2019-04-25T04:00:00Z Family members saw Mr. Kroll’s intellect and doggedness at a young age. The Tech Whiz Behind Vine and HQ Trivia Made Millions in His 20s. He Was Dead by 34. 2019-02-16T05:00:00Z Her inventiveness and creativity do not equal her doggedness. Brexit debate has brought out the worst of modern politics 2019-01-26T05:00:00Z He recalled Tiafoe realizing that he could learn from the Australian journeyman, who is deeply admired on tour for his doggedness. Reintroducing Frances Tiafoe, the New Mr. Upset of the Australian Open 2019-01-20T05:00:00Z The arc of Cheney’s political career reflects her reputation for doggedness. Liz Cheney’s rebuke of King reflects tougher GOP approach 2019-01-15T05:00:00Z The arc of Cheney’s political career reflects her reputation for doggedness. Liz Cheney’s rebuke of King reflects tougher GOP approach 2019-01-15T05:00:00Z “For all the talk of her resilience and doggedness, she’s only human,” Bale said. If it rejects the Brexit deal, Parliament could harm Britain's faith in democracy, May warns 2019-01-14T05:00:00Z Most admire her astonishing resilience and doggedness, even if they think the mess is partly her fault. Historic Brexit summit: 10 key questions 2018-11-23T05:00:00Z Once a year, about two hundred of them would congregate at the N.I.H.’s main library, in Bethesda, Maryland, where they spoke about esoteric problems that they had pursued with extreme doggedness. How to Control a Machine with Your Brain 2018-11-19T05:00:00Z It took doggedness for Thielen to attend the combine, and if that didn’t work out, he would have tried something else. Adam Thielen interviewed for a job selling dental equipment. He became an NFL star instead. 2018-10-18T04:00:00Z Most of the time, though, it was the sheer energy-sapping doggedness of the undertaking – “the drudgery and sweat” – that tested him as he trudged wearily through often empty, unchanging landscapes. 'I went loopy': the photographer who walked 1,200 miles from Wales to Poland 2018-09-24T04:00:00Z His quest for the facts and determination not to be fooled certainly drive the plot, but his doggedness frankly gets to be tiresome. Review: ‘The Apparition' investigates the strange phenomenon of Virgin Mary sightings 2018-09-06T04:00:00Z She puts her doggedness down to growing up with a dominant father. Garbage's Shirley Manson: 'I want to feel love, lust and everything in between' 2018-08-31T04:00:00Z Felícia, cycling around stoically, has something of Levy and Albertine’s doggedness and dignity in countering the assaults of the world. 'A different way of living': why writers are celebrating middle-age 2018-08-11T04:00:00Z The baby huffed and squirmed along her torso with the blind doggedness of an inchworm until their faces were pressed together. Children of the Opioid Epidemic 2018-05-09T04:00:00Z Despite their doggedness, these young people aren't earning as much, or contributing as much to the economy as those working in say, banks or phone shops. Are young Nigerians working hard enough? 2018-04-28T04:00:00Z A former airport manager, Wiedefeld effectively hides a doggedness of purpose under a relentlessly mild-mannered demeanor. Opinion | This is a story about American democracy working 2018-03-25T04:00:00Z Christiansen’s doggedness and Burden’s understandable nerves — the game attracted a huge gallery in the tournament room — finally turn the tables after 59. When the player matters more than the pieces on the chessboard 2018-01-23T05:00:00Z In the end, Packer’s doggedness played an outsized role in her securing a larger-than-average settlement, documents and interviews show. How a congressional harassment claim led to a secret $220,000 payment 2018-01-14T05:00:00Z A lawyer with reputation for high degrees of both competence and doggedness, he told friends he was making real progress on the Bhutto investigation. How Benazir Bhutto's assassination was covered up 2017-12-26T05:00:00Z Over the years, through friendship, research and sheer doggedness, the two found a way to help make the center of student life at Chicago better reflect the campus. While others tear down monuments, some universities are building new ones 2017-12-24T05:00:00Z Mr. Nobleman’s doggedness in his quest included calling all 500 people in the search results of Florida residents with the last name of Finger. Out of the Batcave and Into the Bronx 2017-12-13T05:00:00Z There is nothing to suggest any of this is linked to her murder – but the episode highlights the courageous way she tackled those in authority, and her doggedness in the face of legal threats. 'The situation is desperate': murdered Maltese journalist's final words 2017-10-17T04:00:00Z His doggedness has enabled him to overcome the putting yips four times, and his legendary attention to detail gained him a reputation as one of the game’s slowest players. Why is Bernhard Langer guilty until proven innocent? - Golf Digest 2017-07-31T04:00:00Z The doggedness of the governor-led effort reflects the expansive implications of a federal health care overhaul for state governments. Governors in Both Parties Attack G.O.P. Health Plan: ‘This Bill Is Unacceptable’ 2017-06-27T04:00:00Z On the other hand, Sunderland fought like tigers, their doggedness epitomised by Jones and Lee Cattermole. Arsenal’s top-four hopes intact as Alexis Sánchez ends Sunderland’s resistance 2017-05-16T04:00:00Z “I almost retired after that, but I had the doggedness.” Liev Schreiber Finds the Heart of Chuck Wepner 2017-05-15T04:00:00Z Not for the first time, the US government underestimated the doggedness of Chelsea Manning and her supporters. Chelsea Manning prepares for freedom: 'I want to breathe the warm spring air' 2017-05-13T04:00:00Z That doggedness — along with a calculating eye for useful associations, critics say — brought him into contact with many prominent French thinkers and government officials, who then helped him advance. Emmanuel Macron’s unlikely path to the French presidency 2017-05-07T04:00:00Z He compensates with enough hand-eye coordination to drive up pitch counts, either through patience or doggedness, and enough focus to stay defiant despite his technical disadvantages. As a hitter, Dodgers ace Clayton Kershaw takes an outside-the-box approach 2017-04-24T04:00:00Z By both reputation and long-established stereotype, natives of Yorkshire—at 3,212 square miles, the largest of England’s 48 counties—are known for a typically dour combination of parsimony and sporting doggedness. Matt Fitzpatrick can live with the 'baby-face' label, but it's the 'assassin' part he hopes defines his play - Golf Digest 2017-03-11T05:00:00Z “My God, he’s got that extra doggedness in him.” Identifying the best in golf not as easy as 10 years ago 2017-02-21T05:00:00Z Yet we need the relentless doggedness of the 4th Estate more than ever now, because it may mean the difference between a democratic civilization or descent into darkness, as it always has. Don’t Expect the First Amendment to Protect the Media 2017-01-25T05:00:00Z His father-in-law became increasingly turned off by his son-in-law’s doggedness and they became less close over time. Jared Kushner Wouldn't Be the First Powerful Son-in-Law in Presidential History 2017-01-11T05:00:00Z Mr. Sessions was one of the bill’s three lead authors—a testament to his doggedness in the pursuit of equal justice. The Racist Smear Against Jeff Sessions 2016-11-30T05:00:00Z It was a tour de force of self-admonishment, a triumph of doggedness. Andy Murray suffers for his art in marathon win over Milos Raonic 2016-11-19T05:00:00Z That was Kubiak defending his beleaguered lineman, something he’s willing to do because he’s as much assured in Siemian’s psychological doggedness as he is in his physical toughness. Gary Kubiak raising the bar on Trevor Siemian 2016-11-15T05:00:00Z The hearings were led by Senator Leila De Lima, a former Secretary of Justice with a reputation for doggedness. When a Populist Demagogue Takes Power 2016-11-13T05:00:00Z My mum’s doggedness was a pushing force in my life. How I Overcame Obstacles to Education as a Young Girl in Nigeria 2016-10-12T04:00:00Z Thanks to my hounding and her doggedness, I won’t repeat the hepatitis A vaccine for at least another decade. A Quest to Gather All My Medical Records in 72 Hours 2016-09-30T04:00:00Z Mattie, reflecting on her doggedness, says, “People do not give it credence that a fourteen-year-old girl could leave home and go off in the wintertime to avenge her father’s blood.” Kids Don’t Need to Understand ‘Grit’ 2016-09-26T04:00:00Z If that’s the case, detailed policy proposals and testimonials to Ms. Clinton’s experience and doggedness will just bounce off many voters. The conventions are done, and it’s clear what is at stake in this year’s election 2016-07-30T04:00:00Z In Durant’s absence last season, Russell Westbrook had the freedom to explore and elevate his stardom, and now he has a better idea of how to channel all his athleticism, energy and doggedness. The further the Thunder go, the more likely it appears Kevin Durant won’t go 2016-05-18T04:00:00Z They teach patience, doggedness and the rewards that come from hard work. Videogames So Tough They Teach You to Win in Real Life 2016-05-13T04:00:00Z For Raith, the only comfort was their doggedness and refusal to concede any competitive ground. Raith Rovers 1-0 Hibernian 2016-05-04T04:00:00Z That doggedness and intellect brought him to the attention of higher-ups, and Mr. Bastian was made a partner there at the age of 32. Delta Chief Had Long Climb to Top 2016-05-02T04:00:00Z He brought his own scars, his own regret and a doggedness, a consistency of effort, that, Trotz said, the team had been lacking. Capitals Hope Justin Williams Is the Charm to End Their Playoff Hex 2016-04-12T04:00:00Z “I know firsthand that Jim’s expertise, patience and doggedness were absolutely critical to reaching the nuclear agreement with Iran,” said Kerry. The nuclear physicist who helped reduce the world stockpile of nuclear arms retires 2016-04-04T04:00:00Z One is doggedness: the Wallenbergs found few firms, but they stick with existing ones, seek new markets and try ways to make them flourish. A Nordic pyramid 2016-03-10T05:00:00Z Correspondents loved her doggedness, her enthusiasm, her never-fading humor and her special genius for learning about people’s lives. How a Reporter’s Quest for Online Bargains Led to a Network of Syrian Contacts 2016-02-16T05:00:00Z His staff glides on subtle ponderings and investigative doggedness in parsing a phenomenon that has progressives cheering and conservatives lamenting what they see as the country's perilous permissiveness. Stoned and goofy ... 'Rolling Papers' shows it's all in a day's work covering the marijuana industry 2016-02-12T05:00:00Z Still there was, purely as a matter of doggedness, something impressive about the New Year’s Obamacare vote. The GOP’s sympathy for sedition 2016-01-06T05:00:00Z As Republicans in Washington struggle over who will assume the duties of the Speaker of the House, pundits plot the rise and fall of the candidates with blow-by-blow doggedness. Ted Cruz wants to be king: Make no mistake, the GOP extremists’ real goal is absolute control 2015-10-18T04:00:00Z Such doggedness does not surprise Menefee-Libey, who said the Broad plan is an "existential threat to unionized teachers." Some teachers resisting union endorsement of Hillary Rodham Clinton for president 2015-10-01T04:00:00Z The lawyers, in justifying skipping that step, cited the judge’s “extraordinary doggedness.” News briefs from around Kentucky at 1:58 a.m. EDT 2015-09-18T04:00:00Z Both of McIlroy’s birdies on the front nine followed bogeys, which signifies that he lost none of his doggedness during his time away from the game. Rory McIlroy Returns, and Is Tested Immediately 2015-08-13T04:00:00Z I wonder if he’s ever faced the British tabloids before, the guys and gals Sir Nick Faldo called “Rotties,” short for Rottweilers because of their doggedness. Donald Trump to speak at the Women's British Open in Turnberry, Scotland: The Loop 2013-10-16T04:00:00Z Amazon Watch’s doggedness in supporting a case that has been discredited in the U.S. courts, however, hasn’t scared away its own financial support. Amazon Watch still backs Steven Donziger’s discredited Chevron lawsuit after others bail 2015-07-15T04:00:00Z “It is crazy to underestimate his doggedness or his political skills,” said Quin Hillyer, a conservative columnist and Louisiana native. Today in Politics: Bobby Jindal Expected to Enter Fray Near the Bottom of the Pile 2015-06-24T04:00:00Z Their desperation was palpable, and their doggedness paid off. Nets, Hitting Their Stride When It Counts, Hold Off the Pacers 2015-03-31T04:00:00Z “What the world has seen in Mark’s doggedness and fearlessness during the last day, the President has seen up close since he first arrived in the Senate,” McDonough said in a statement. Before attack, U.S. diplomat sought to charm, engage with South Koreans 2015-03-05T05:00:00Z His doggedness, along with his gravelly voice, make him an intimidating figure. Greek Debt Standoff Awaits a Decisive Move 2015-02-12T05:00:00Z “Think what doggedness it requires to go back forty-odd years to research a politician’s high school days.” Inside the Beltway: Jeb Bush inherits the mean Romney media 2015-02-01T05:00:00Z Even as he torments them with goals and doggedness, fans and players not wearing Chelsea blue would give hind teeth to have Costa on their team. Column: Blend of good, bad is box office in Chelsea’s Costa 2015-01-30T05:00:00Z Belichick has long been known as a coach who will pursue every advantage, a doggedness that has helped him win three Super Bowls. What trick will Belichick pull from his hoodie sleeve next? 2015-01-22T05:00:00Z A man who possesses all the stubbornness, determination and doggedness to get through that most trying of summers will regard losing the one-day captaincy as a failure. England right to remove Cook - Agnew 2014-12-19T05:00:00Z His doggedness has turned him into something of a bête noire for the British establishment. British Soldiers Accused of Torture and Abuse During Iraq Occupation Like Turing, a combination of application, imagination and an unbelievable doggedness – a willingness, like his spiritual descendant – to spend two years or more on the task. 'The Imitation Game' Sparks a New Wave of Code-Breakers Maria Popova, who curates the popular Brain Pickings blog, said “doggedness.” 35 Things to Do for Your Career by 35 2014-11-25T05:00:00Z The newspaper won global recognition for coverage that led to the president’s resignation, but the lesson for journalists was in Mr. Bradlee’s fusion of doggedness, fearlessness and professionalism. How Ben Bradlee transformed The Washington Post Dean, as always the model of precision and doggedness, has performed yeoman service in this more-than-700-page monster of a book. Bob Woodward reviews ‘The Nixon Defense,’ by John W. Dean Unfortunately for us, this time it isn’t due to the valor, ingenuity and sheer doggedness of men in green uniforms. Germany CIA Spying Mess Shows Bureaucracy Is Hurting Obama 2014-07-11T04:00:00Z "Just when the Americans seemed depleted, they rallied with renewed vitality. They displayed unyielding grit and doggedness and resilience," was how writer Jere Longman described it for the New York Times. The end of the American dream 2014-07-02T04:00:00Z They displayed unyielding grit and doggedness and resilience. World Cup 2014: Against Belgium, U.S.A. Shows Grit in Another Second-Round Exit 2014-07-01T04:00:00Z "His success is a mix of his on-site training and doggedness." Dinosaur hunter is making prehistory He brings a different sort of energy to their encounter, that drawn from doggedness. Andy Murray wins bizarre French Open quarter-final with Gaël Monfils 2014-06-04T04:00:00Z Mr Dingell, he writes, "had a certain grace of loyalty and doggedness and authenticity that is now dancing off the stage, never to be repeated." 'Dean of the House' calls it quits 2014-02-25T21:22:26Z They hound the officials with a doggedness reminiscent of Michael Moore’s hunt for Roger Smith, then the chief executive of General Motors, in his classic documentary “Roger & Me.” At Neutral Site, Syrians Feel Free to Confront the Other Side 2014-01-28T02:16:38Z In fact, it required sheer doggedness and considerable skill in applying nuclear science to a global deal freighted with technical complexities and political uncertainties. Thomas L. Neff’s Idea Turned Russian Warheads Into American Electricity 2014-01-27T22:07:53Z They said the case went to court because of a public outcry over Yu's death as well as the family's doggedness in seeking justice. Insight: China party's secretive judicial system laid bare in torture case 2013-10-24T00:11:35Z You have to admire Sarries' doggedness and hard-nosed approach but I now get the feeling they understand the importance of scoring tries. Guscott’s Premiership focus - Harlequins v Saracens 2013-09-27T18:11:12Z Likewise, a family game like Scrabble is about linguistics, psychology, mathematics, memory, competition, and doggedness. The bottom line on summer learning loss 2013-06-16T20:49:40Z The doggedness underpinned her innate knack for playing the game. A Sense Of Place 2013-05-07T04:00:00Z Mary L. Schapiro, who recently stepped down as chairwoman of the Securities and Exchange Commission, said she admired Mr. Gensler for his doggedness. Banks Criticize Strict Controls for Foreign Bets 2013-05-01T01:10:25Z Despite this doggedness—regular protests continue in Bil’in and other villages to this day—the tidal flow of current events is set against them. Oscar-Nominated Documentary Highlights Palestinian Plight 2013-01-25T22:05:25Z But it is the Exeter way, that sheer doggedness overcomes any crudeness, and they suddenly burst into life from a lineout. Exeter 20-29 Leinster 2013-01-19T20:31:07Z What are some of the lessons we can glean now from Lincoln’s doggedness and that of the abolitionist movement writ large? The Emancipation Proclamation: Hear the Many Voices That Cried Freedom 2013-01-01T10:50:21Z Announcing the diagnosis with his trademark doggedness, Specter said: “I have beaten a brain tumor, bypass heart surgery and many tough political opponents and I’m going to beat this, too.” Penn. Senator Arlen Specter dies at 82 2012-10-14T17:31:00Z Mr. Singer, 68, cut his teeth wrangling payments on defaulted debt from countries like Peru and Congo, and has earned a reputation for bare-knuckled doggedness unparalleled on Wall Street. DealBook: David Martinez in Spotlight in Battle With Billionaire 2012-10-12T01:03:32Z It speaks volumes for Adams's doggedness that a few months later, functioning at barely 75%, she hauled herself on the podium again by claiming a second world silver medal. Nicola Adams: Women's boxing is about skills rather than power 2012-07-17T13:11:01Z I pressure players and show others that I may not be the most athletic guy out there, but I will exhaust others with my doggedness. A New Arrival Explores New York Through Pickup Basketball 2012-07-11T20:12:43Z Though Fish served for the match at 5-4, his mistakes and Ward's doggedness allowed the Briton to level. Wimbledon 2012: James Ward wins friends in thriller with Mardy Fish 2012-06-28T20:25:01Z That doggedness brought him two grand slam victories, the 2001 U.S. Battling Hewitt crumbles against mighty Tsonga 2012-06-26T17:00:29Z Purists won’t be impressed, but England supporters raised on a diet of misplaced hype can revel in the doggedness of their players.” Leading Off: Heat Count Down to a Coronation - Leading Off 2012-06-20T17:08:09Z Purists will also fear the flowing soccer seen on previous days might not continue in Friday's late Group D game between England and Sweden, whose strengths lie in organization and doggedness rather than flair. Ukraine game temporarily suspended by storm 2012-06-15T17:29:55Z U.S. business-lender Capital Access Networks took Accel's money over other firms' because of the quality of ideas Efrusy bought to the table, along with a certain doggedness, said Chief Executive Glenn Goldman. Facebook backer turns his attention to Brazil 2012-06-08T16:07:21Z Luck played a part in reaching the finals but so did discipline and doggedness. Euro 2012 team guides 2012-06-02T22:00:05Z Finding nothing alarming, they began to see an upside to his doggedness and free labor. A Zealous Romney Fan Becomes a Valuable Campaign Asset 2012-05-26T01:48:53Z It is a far better quality than the persistent treachery of a Charles I., or the stupid doggedness of a George III. Modern Leaders: Being a Series of Biographical Sketches 2012-04-01T02:00:10.050Z The Belgians were amazed at the doggedness with which their enemy had pressed on, careless of cover, though great gaps were torn in their packed columns. A Hero of Li?ge 2012-03-16T02:00:21.347Z He raised his head, he enlisted in the cause all the doggedness of his nature. Starvecrow Farm 2012-03-15T02:00:29.617Z As a teenager, Huh was a regular at Hansen Dam Golf Course, a public facility in the San Fernando Valley where his doggedness set him apart. Rookie John Huh Makes a Splash on the PGA Tour 2012-03-03T19:06:35Z It was a rather absurd boyish escapade, mainly due to lack of parental frankness, but not without the compliment implied in all nostalgia, and it gives us an inkling of Spencer's obstinacy and doggedness. Herbert Spencer 2012-02-29T03:00:20.773Z He was admired for his doggedness in pursuit of a scoop, and, occasionally, for his less-than-genteel tactics. James Whitaker, Top Reporter on British Royal Family, Dies at 71 2012-02-21T03:07:37Z After all, it’s Deen’s very doggedness and her absolute inability to bend to contemporary mores, that has made her what she is. Will Paula Deen Have the Last Laugh? 2012-01-18T10:00:33Z But the scrappy biotech refused to die, in part because of Lanza's doggedness. Stem-cell research: Never say die 2012-01-11T18:20:33.987Z Ananda spoke clearly, but with a doggedness that seemed a little forced. The Outcaste 2011-12-12T03:00:25.380Z Dominating all of these, however, was an intense zeal, an insatiable ambition, an overpowering individuality and egotism, and an inflexible doggedness and determination to attain his own ends. Islam Her Moral And Spiritual Value A Rational And Pyschological Study 2011-11-25T03:00:15.820Z When Mr Gilbert went to see him, the dogged heart of the man had lost half its doggedness. Miss Arnott's Marriage 2011-11-11T03:00:33Z There was a doggedness, a downright stubbornness that seemed honest. Incidents of Travel in Greece, Turkey, Russia, and Poland, Vol. I (of 2) 2011-11-01T02:00:22.197Z Political infighting and the doggedness of Qaddafi’s supporters are hampering the drive by Libya’s interim leaders to complete the liberation of the North African nation and form a new cabinet. Libya Leaders Vow to Remove Weapons From Tripoli to Restore Calm 2011-09-29T06:57:01Z It would require a memory of iron and of more than stubborn doggedness to resist the unobtrusive influence of supposed prophecies. Supernatural Religion, Vol. III. (of III) An Inquiry into the Reality of Divine Revelation 2011-08-30T02:00:34.690Z England sides in the past have – quite rightly – been condemned for a lack of imagination and flair, but that does not mean the determination, resilience and doggedness of this one should be dismissed. Goalless and doomed to fail: young England betrayed by a club culture 2011-08-11T08:46:28Z But if the flowering of youth on golf's biggest stage was something to behold, then so was the talent and sheer doggedness of old man Bjorn. Lewis grabs share of lead with Bjorn after stunning first round 2011-07-14T20:49:00Z It knocks the bottom out of your doggedness. Barnaby A Novel 2011-07-12T02:00:39.777Z Lane has said that her game has been based on "doggedness and determination". Claire Taylor's dogged application was a lesson to us all 2011-07-08T15:44:38Z Frank Raban was a man of a curious doggedness and tenderness of nature. Old Kensington 2011-05-29T02:00:09.797Z It is perhaps unseemly that his legal practice requires the intense local knowledge of a barman and the entrepreneurial doggedness of a bookie, but such are the necessities of the hustle. The Defense Can?t Afford to Rest 2011-05-21T01:00:50Z But as Bransby and Rivers walked away side by side through the fretted cloister of College Quad, the former, with a certain quiet doggedness which belonged to him, returned to the subject. That Unfortunate Marriage, Vol. 1 2011-04-26T02:00:29.063Z "I have nothing to conceal," I replied, putting as much doggedness into my manner as a guilty person might have used at the first glimpse of the net closing round him. By Wit of Woman 2011-04-13T02:00:13.247Z Casting off speculation as unprofitable for the nonce, Why-Not Pape kept after her, trailing with care lest she realize that her biped protector had more doggedness than the rebuked canine. Lonesome Town 2011-04-12T02:00:24.580Z If there is little in Saints to thrill those of a romantic disposition, their doggedness, focus and stamina were too much for Ulster. Northampton 23-13 Ulster 2011-04-10T19:08:44Z Schultz's example of entrepreneurial zeal and doggedness is an object lesson for all aspiring entrepreneurs and his penchant for openness and direct talk will benefit those who attend this event. Starbucks CEO Howard Schultz Coming to NYC 2011-03-18T15:10:00Z He lacked initiative in the way that was unfortunately common among rich men's sons, especially in America; but the past winter had shown that he was not deficient in doggedness. The High Heart 2011-03-04T03:00:52.683Z It was his splendid example of courage, devotion, and doggedness that inspired his men to hold out to the end. The Childrens' Story of the War, Volume 3 (of 10) 2011-02-26T03:00:45.583Z The following story illustrates the doggedness of the Russian soldier. The Childrens' Story of the War, Volume 3 (of 10) From the First Battle of Ypres to the End of the Year 1914 2011-02-23T03:00:28.797Z Though their equipment was very imperfect and their training had scarcely begun, they fought in the trenches with all the cheerfulness and doggedness of their race. The Childrens' Story of the War, Volume 2 (of 10) From the Battle of Mons to the Fall of Antwerp. 2011-02-19T03:01:10.063Z The British people by their courage and doggedness overthrew the most powerful man and the most powerful nation in the world, and what they did then they can do now. The Childrens' Story of the War, Volume 1 (of 10) From the Beginning of the War to the Landing of the British Army in France 2011-02-19T03:01:09.157Z But she was not disconsolate; she made the best of her bad bargain, and set to work, in her humble way, with something of that doggedness of purpose, for which her friend Sidney was remarkable. Mattie:?A Stray (Vol 2 of 3) 2011-02-17T03:00:19.937Z He and his comrades of the East Surreys held a trench of Hill 60 with wonderful doggedness. The Childrens' Story of the War, Volume 3 (of 10) 2011-02-26T03:00:45.583Z Most of these newcomers had scarcely been under training for more than two months, yet they hurled themselves on our trenches with extraordinary courage and doggedness. The Childrens' Story of the War, Volume 3 (of 10) From the First Battle of Ypres to the End of the Year 1914 2011-02-23T03:00:28.797Z "I think she has," says Florence, innocently, a little touch of doggedness running beneath the innocency. Airy Fairy Lilian 2011-02-11T03:00:31.760Z If you were to examine his portrait, you would say that he is a man of sullen fierceness and great doggedness. The Childrens' Story of the War, Volume 1 (of 10) From the Beginning of the War to the Landing of the British Army in France 2011-02-19T03:01:09.157Z "Yes, you may say 'oh' as much as you like, but it's true," said Mrs. Vand with great doggedness. The Solitary Farm 2011-02-04T03:00:21.943Z He bided his time as a counselor to Geithner, and eventually won over Obama with his doggedness. The White House Looks for Work 2011-01-20T16:25:47Z “It was a ha’nt,” insisted the man, with the same doggedness. King Spruce, A Novel 2011-01-15T03:00:34.400Z Here the English and the Scottish shine, for by nature they are more disciplined, more submissive to authority, and they hold on to the end with an admirable blend of good-humour and doggedness. The Irish on the Somme Being a Second Series of 'The Irish at the Front' 2011-01-12T03:00:32.843Z Mainly, though, we think of Collingwood's doggedness in adversity, his status as England's man for the bad times. The Ashes 2010-11: Departure lounge beckons for Paul Collingwood 2010-12-31T19:37:02Z The Huskies force opponents to submit with a doggedness that is unyielding on both offense and defense, no matter the time, no matter the score. UConn 93, Florida State 62: UConn Women Own the Longest Streak 2010-12-22T15:30:13Z They force teams to submit with a doggedness that is unyielding on both offense and defense, no matter the time, no matter the score. UConn Women on Doorstep of 89th Straight Win 2010-12-21T19:36:22Z He's a bundle of contradictions, energy, enthusiasm and doggedness. Pete Carroll makes the most of limited Seahawks roster 2010-12-12T04:27:00Z Hers is a fame based not only on sheer doggedness, a quality held in high esteem by Koreans, but also on the universal human sympathy for a monumental — and in her case, cheerful — loser. The Saturday Profile: At First She Didn?t Succeed, but She Tried and Tried Again (960 Times) 2010-09-03T17:48:00Z Others saw his doggedness in a fight over seismic testing. Under Mandate to Get Results, Minerals Service Led Way Into Deep Water 2010-08-07T22:55:00Z There was something endearing about Maxim’s doggedness, as, step by step, he insinuated himself into her life. David Bezmozgis: “The Train of Their Departure.” 2010-08-02T04:00:00Z In a sport enamored with grooming young drivers barely out of high school for stardom, Reutimann's 20-year rise through the ranks is a testament to his doggedness. Reutimann gets extension with Waltrip Racing 2010-07-23T20:50:00Z They leaned more heavily on the traditional quality of doggedness to withstand some of the flickering pressure mounted by Spain. World Cup 2010: Strong spirit of Germany a silent salute to lost friend 2010-07-07T20:51:00Z Only when he dropped serve in sight of victory in the third set, forcing a tense tie-break, did Nadal look even vaguely mortal, and that was because of Melzer's admirable doggedness. Nadal to meet Soderling in final 2010-06-04T23:48:00Z But Nared, also understands the long road ahead of Jamie and the pressures to perform and the doggedness of recruiters who tirelessly will follow her and grade her for the next four years. UW's Greg Nared knows recruiting as both parent and coach 2010-05-05T04:47:00Z It takes doggedness, a thick skin and a lot of money. Political Memo: A Question Remains, What Makes Gillibrand Scary? 2010-04-02T15:56:00Z So Saturday's race will be decided by technical ability, the effectiveness of the coaches' preparation and the doggedness of the student athletes involved in this 181-year-old contest. Nothing to choose in boat race crews 2010-03-27T18:05:00Z “Do you revert to a proposal which we have once refused?” asked Walter, with Saxon doggedness frowning in his face. The Great Mogul He did not know exactly what to reply to this, but contented himself with saying, with the true Bob Kingsman doggedness— "Well, if he comes, I will plug him." Deep Moat Grange Masters who never bestow a thought on the transactions of the twelfth century, complain of a doggedness, selfishness, and case-hardened indifference in the class of domestics, which kindness cannot penetrate, or penetrates only to pervert. How to Observe Morals and Manners Othomar's face assumed an expression which was strange to it and quite new: it was as though the melancholy of his features were crystallizing into a stubborn obstinacy, a silent doggedness. Majesty A Novel "I want to be here when Mr. Cavanaugh comes back," she contended, almost defiantly, a shadow of rigid doggedness in her eyes. The Cottage of Delight A Novel She had reached her limit, and went forward with a doggedness that was pitiful to behold. Three Young Ranchmen or, Daring Adventures in the Great West They were without doubt in a tight corner, and might expect to be rushed at any moment; but for all that, the dangers they had already passed through seemed only to have increased their doggedness. With Rifle and Bayonet A Story of the Boer War "I do not!" said he, with a stern doggedness that was almost comic. One Of Them Clifford had some of that doggedness which has been observed so often in Englishmen, and was determined to obtain what he considered his rights. The West Indies and the Spanish Main With all the doggedness of the backwoods will he had vowed that he would not give up the rich booty on his back. The Haunters of the Silences A Book of Animal Life His stout resistance of the allied powers won for him a certain admiration for doggedness, even if success did not crown his efforts to keep Greece in subjection. Oriental Women At dawn he was still there, ready, with an Indian's doggedness to begin the argument all over again. Dusty Star But he evaded their wistfulness and a certain doggedness gloomed in his own. The Song of the Wolf Gwynne felt himself ill-treated, but shrugged his shoulders with a new philosophy not all doggedness, and easily stretched to embrace the vagaries of woman. Ancestors A Novel But he followed Mrs. Garnier into one of the larger boats and took his place with a sort of doggedness. The House of Fulfilment There was doggedness in the tone, and doggedness in the look that accompanied it. Hand and Ring A leaden doggedness had taken the place of his whilom good nature. Room Number 3 and Other Detective Stories The boy's passionate interest in his work and his doggedness in study stood him in good stead. The Boy With the U. S. Life-Savers “I cannot, I know no further,” she said at length with meek doggedness. The Advocate They, on the other hand, by their fierce doggedness of manner, seemed to signify by way of answer that death was not a penalty, unless life was a boon. Callista : a Tale of the Third Century From bushes, trees, coverts, and fields of grain came a ceaseless hail of fire, and there fell upon the ranks a doggedness, a quiet anger, which settled into grisly patience. Old Quebec The Fortress of New France "He has only said," Karen pursued with a curious doggedness, "that he did not feel that you cared for him to care." Tante It showed strength and doggedness and will, along with some of the dour grimness of his fathers. The Shepherd of the North One can make excuses for jealousy when it is another name for love; one may not quarrel with doggedness when it is another name for devotion. Graham of Claverhouse Yet the widow won out by sheer doggedness. The Social Principles of Jesus An air of grim and desperate doggedness was upon him. Astounding Stories of Super-Science, June, 1930 But, such is the persistence of mankind in general and the doggedness of fishermen in particular, Captain Dan and I kept on roaming the seas in search of tuna. Tales of Fishes "None the less I misdoubt them," the man said, sticking to his point with the east-country doggedness, which is the antipodes of the Irish character. The Wild Geese Then at length a sort of doggedness drove her. The Rainbow He was standing now, looking straight ahead of him, and grasping the back of the seat before him, with true Saxon doggedness. Duncan Polite The Watchman of Glenoro He was then so near home that the impulse of doggedness kept him on foot. The Dust Flower There were other fishes that were more slender and more finely modelled than he, and possibly more graceful, but in him there was something besides beauty—something that told of power and speed and doggedness. Forest Neighbors Life Stories of Wild Animals The sinister look in the eyes, the doggedness of the face did not change. The Boy Scouts Book of Campfire Stories She made her way with some difficulty through the chaffing, jostling horde, saying steadily and with a kind of cheerful doggedness— 'Leaflets! The Convert The youth nearly fell off the bicycle, but British doggedness saved him from disaster. The Joyous Adventures of Aristide Pujol He always won, but not because of his doggedness; only because he was so lovable that one had to do as he wanted. Charles Frohman: Manager and Man But enthusiasm and doggedness of purpose whispered to him that he still held the winning card. The Bronze Eagle A Story of the Hundred Days To show feelings—above all, to show you are hurt—to sing out, in fact—is to exhibit a poor spirit, to fall short in proper doggedness. 'Murphy' A Message to Dog Lovers The reticence of the serf exceeds in dumb doggedness that of a misunderstood child. When Grandmamma Was New The Story of a Virginia Childhood Gimp Hines exercised with fierce, perspiring doggedness on a horizontal bar he had rigged p. 25 in the back of the shop. The Planet Strappers There was doggedness and resolution enough, but Braun was deathly white and if his face was contorted—and it was—it was not with the lust to batter and injure and maim. Space Platform The real Ralegh will not cease to be honoured by all whom the sight of indomitable courage and doggedness in the accomplishment of a purpose moves. Sir Walter Ralegh A Biography Pitt and Grenville, knowing the doggedness with which the Emperor pushed towards his goal, amidst many a shift and turn, evidently were not convinced. William Pitt and the Great War It was his turn to shudder, but he repeated with doggedness in his tone: "I have forgotten nothing." The Last Woman What Trollope did may be done again, but hardly in the American atmosphere, with the restless American nerves and that lack of doggedness which characterizes us. Confessions of a Book-Lover The funk seemed to have gone: in its place had come a kind of dazed doggedness, while a fury of impatience to justify himself and his powers of leadership shook him at times. No Man's Land During his years as a sawyer, by the very brute strength and doggedness of him, he had established new records for laying down timber. The Promise A Tale of the Great Northwest On and on, with the doggedness of a slow-hound, the Scot pursued the theme, until all other considerations were lost in the one sole idea. Acadia or, A Month with the Blue Noses "It's the truth, just the same," the girl declared, with doggedness. How Janice Day Won But there was a doggedness about Bridget Bolster which induced many to doubt whether even Chaffanbrass would be successful. Orley Farm Sir Bevil met his death at Lansdowne, when, with grim doggedness, the Royalists were again climbing the heights in the face of the enemy's fire. Devon, Its Moorlands, Streams and Coasts The doggedness of their ancestors who resisted Philip II. of Spain lives in them still. Impressions of South Africa You, however, with your characteristic doggedness, meant to accompany me, and I must perforce let you. In the Forbidden Land Stolid and unimaginative as he might seem to casual acquaintance, the chief inspector usually worked with tremendous enthusiasm and doggedness. The Grell Mystery He saw the fisherman, in ugly doggedness, towering over the small figure of the squatter-girl. Tess of the Storm Country There was an impersonal doggedness about the wrestler from Aleppo's eyes, a sense of inevitability.... The Wind Bloweth "He was," said the captain, with the doggedness of a witness under cross-examination. A Master Of Craft And from this position Adam Ferris, with characteristic doggedness, was in no wise to be moved. Patsy There is a silence in suffering that is mere doggedness, when we screw our courage to the sticking-place and resolve that nobody shall hear any complaint from us. The Trial and Death of Jesus Christ A Devotional History of our Lord's Passion "Is there any reason why we should not go?" demanded Howard, ignoring the extreme interest manifested by the other two, with a determination that showed great doggedness of character. That Affair Next Door He is a very fine example of the perseverance, doggedness, and tenacity which characterises the Anglo-Saxon spirit. Great African Travellers From Mungo Park to Livingstone and Stanley The dog in uncaricatured doggedness, divine as Anubis, or the Dog-star; the child entirely childish and lovely, the carpet might have been laid by Veronese. On the Old Road, Vol. 2 (of 2) A Collection of Miscellaneous Essays and Articles on Art and Literature “No, it wasn’t,” said Twiddel, with a foreign and vinous doggedness. The Lunatic at Large By much argument and self-persuasion I prevailed upon myself to climb the fence, and with a sort of despairing doggedness to let myself down on the inside. Earth's Enigmas A Volume of Stories "If I find myself over there I shall certainly call," he said, with an air of doggedness. Mary Gray He had a padrona to whom he was devoted with that peculiar sensitive devotion of the Sicilian which, once it is fully aroused, is tremendous in its strength and jealous in its doggedness. The Call of the Blood Above all, they declined with a gentle unconquerable doggedness to be turned from the even tenor of their ways. A Houseful of Girls He feared Peel's doggedness and pertinacity might make him insist, as a point of honour, on having all discretion granted to him in regard to the removal of Ladies. The Letters of Queen Victoria : A Selection from Her Majesty's Correspondence between the Years 1837 and 1861 Volume 1, 1837-1843 The heroism and doggedness of that battle are unparalleled. Winning a Cause World War Stories Personal integrity, blameless private life, and a doggedness that will not acknowledge defeat, have had much to do with the success that both have won. The Rise of the Democracy This time he spoke with a certain doggedness. The Call of the Blood But the doggedness which had hitherto been Broffin's best bid for genius in his profession asserted itself as a ruling passion. The Price The gentle, patient painter, contented with his own estimation of his endowments, and resigned to be misjudged and neglected by the world, had his own indomitable doggedness. Girlhood and Womanhood The Story of some Fortunes and Misfortunes Long afterward, Archibald Archer often recalled the patience and doggedness which Tom displayed that night. Tom Slade with the Boys Over There He was of that physique called thick-set and his face was of the square type, denoting doggedness and endurance, and a stolid temperament. Tom Slade at Black Lake Come and see!'—and he began pulling at Hiram's arm—not with ferocity, but with a doggedness almost worse. The Continental Monthly, Vol. 5, No. 3, March, 1864 Devoted to Literature and National Policy He was sober; he was dependable; and he was dogged with the doggedness of the unimaginative. Never-Fail Blake "And that being so," said Pierre, with a certain doggedness peculiarly at variance with his fierce and headlong nature, "that being so, Mademoiselle Stephanie, would it not be wiser for you to yield at once?" The Swindler and Other Stories The Englishman goes on with his usual doggedness, and the last bombardment has excelled in horrible intensity all that has been known so far. Georges Guynemer Knight of the Air There was an unusual doggedness about this march to the factory this morning, but that was all. The Portion of Labor And Conniston, while not ungrateful, answered with short doggedness that he could do his own part of the work. Under Handicap A Novel But he refused her, standing before her, blocking the stable door, looking aside with a kind of timid doggedness. Madelon A Novel It was his very fixity and loftiness of purpose, his English stubbornness and doggedness of resolution that enabled him to surmount so many obstacles of style and metre, of subject and thought. Minor Poems of Michael Drayton “Teacher sent me on an errand,” he replied then, with a kind of doggedness. The Debtor A Novel “The savings-bank is good enough for me,” said Andrew, with his gentle doggedness. The Portion of Labor The tone of her voice was almost fierce in its abrupt doggedness. Bella Donna A Novel “It was Burr's knife, with his initials cut in the handle, that they found,” said Dorothy, with a kind of piteous doggedness. Madelon A Novel Being a stoat, he hung on with V.C. doggedness and courage; but it was the worst thing he could have done. The Way of the Wild Henry said again, with a meek doggedness, “Down street.” The Shoulders of Atlas A Novel Miss Slome looked inquiringly at Wollaston, who stood before her like a culprit, blushing and shuffling, and yet with a sort of doggedness. By the Light of the Soul A Novel His voice trembled, and yet there was a certain doggedness in it. Pembroke A Novel “I told you that you had no reason—that he was not guilty,” Eugene said, with a kind of stern doggedness; and still he did not look at her. Madelon A Novel If you are to succeed, if you are to do big things, you must be a man of "doggedness." Initiative Psychic Energy Being the Sixth of a Series of Twelve Volumes on the Applications of Psychology to the Problems of Personal and Business Efficiency In his book on pig-sticking Baden-Powell quotes an exciting description of a battle between a tiger and a boar, a battle which will give English readers a vivid idea of the boar's pluck and doggedness. The Story of Baden-Powell 'The Wolf That Never Sleeps' And listening and watching his face, she felt his force and vitality, his doggedness, the fight in him. His Second Wife But he went right at the operation without faltering and with a sort of doggedness. The Iron Furrow He raised his face to her with a certain doggedness, as though challenging her to detect in it aught but honesty. The Safety Curtain, and Other Stories He gave us strength even if the worst came, and he held up English pluck and doggedness for us to look at and to live by. Joy in the Morning It is becoming touched with the temper of science, with the thoroughness, the doggedness, the inconsolableness of science until it is seeing how and until it is saying how. Crowds A Moving-Picture of Democracy They struggled with accustomed doggedness until they had passed the most critical part of the bay and got safely within speaking distance of the vessel. Looking Seaward Again He typified for them the doggedness of British pluck. Out To Win The Story of America in France Noel proceeded with a hint of that doggedness that characterized them both. The Keeper of the Door For in the meantime Russia had resumed her southward march, setting to work with the doggedness that she usually displays in the task of avenging slights and overbearing opposition. The Development of the European Nations, 1870-1914 (5th ed.) It may be just plain doggedness, but after I married her there wasn't anything on top this earth that could have made me give up and let go. Life and Gabriella The Story of a Woman's Courage Dr. Hale laughed at the importunity of Matt, but knowing the doggedness of the man, somewhat quickened his steps, assuring his impatient companion that all would be well. Lancashire Idylls (1898) He glanced at the rector rather doubtfully, seemed to take a resolution, and with an air almost of doggedness added, "May I?" and introduced the two men to one another. The Dweller on the Threshold I believe it was his struggle, the doggedness, the heroism, the wild humour that he put into it that brought them round. The Belfry With a doggedness that is often part of some forms of mania, the Burman squatted in the dust, and under no provocation could he be induced to speak. The Pointing Man A Burmese Mystery "I haven't done with you," he said, with a certain doggedness. Charles Rex An iron doggedness was in his blood—the same doggedness that nerves men to sacrifice everything for principle. Don Strong, Patrol Leader Nothing daunted he returned the salute right gallantly, and with a doggedness that obliged the Boers to retreat, firing as they went. The Siege of Kimberley "Perhaps I have," he said, with a certain, doggedness. Rosa Mundi and Other Stories His fair, grave face, with its short thin beard, showed plainly his leading qualities of industry, order, conscientiousness, and doggedness. Leonora His Son, Charles I., inherited the father's troubled kingdom, despotic principles, and wilful doggedness. Sketches of the Covenanters He repeated with a certain doggedness: "I wanted to be alone." The Tidal Wave and Other Stories He spoke with true British doggedness, and a gleam of humour crossed the Frenchman's face. The Rocks of Valpre "I am sorry for her," he said, and there was a hint of doggedness in his voice, as though he spoke against his better judgment. Rosa Mundi and Other Stories This was Gertrude's defence, given with some confusion, and with more of doggedness than defiance in her tone. Lippincott's Magazine of Popular Literature and Science Volume 17, No. 100, April, 1876 Antonyms: dissuasion, coercion, constraint. persuasive, a. persuasory. pert, a. sprightly, dapper, nimble; forward, bold, saucy, malapert. pertain, v. appertain. pertinacious, a. resolute, determined, stubborn. pertinacity, n. resoluteness, persistence, doggedness, stubbornness. pertinence, n. relevancy, applicability, propriety. Putnam's Word Book "In that case you are beaten," he said, with that doggedness which she was beginning to know as a part of his fighting equipment. The Tidal Wave and Other Stories Yet whatever else may have been lacking in the giants of the race, the men who have been conspicuously successful have all had one characteristic in common--doggedness and persistence of purpose. An Iron Will We may see in these stories not only the record of Mr. Conrad's twenty years' toil as a seaman, but the image of his desperate doggedness as an author writing in a foreign tongue. Old and New Masters He answered her instantly, with a certain doggedness. The Knave of Diamonds Mary paused, and then, with iron doggedness, "I—don't—know." A Perilous Secret He had reached the place with much difficulty, persevering with a doggedness characteristic of him; and there were great drops on his forehead though the afternoon was cloudy and cool. The Tidal Wave and Other Stories He looked at her with a certain doggedness. The Top of the World The honest zeal of Marshal de Castries for the welfare of the state had inspired him with prophetic views; but royal weakness exhibits sometimes unexpected doggedness. A Popular History of France from the Earliest Times, Volume 6 From the personality of the man there emanates all the time a pugnacious and fierce doggedness. Over There War Scenes on the Western Front Mary crouched a little and worked her hands convulsively under the torture, but she answered with such a doggedness that evidently she would have let herself be cut to pieces sooner than said more. A Perilous Secret "Faith, I shall not try!" he returned, with a doggedness that met and overrode her scorn. The Tidal Wave and Other Stories He came into the Middle West as a poor boy, and by force of indomitable pluck, ability, and doggedness he became a captain of industry. Laughing Bill Hyde and Other Stories The doggedness of the movement provoked me, and I wished to arouse his curiosity. Stories by American Authors, Volume 5 Joe felt a sudden respect for the abilities of his antagonist, but the only effect upon him was to arouse all the doggedness of his nature and make him utterly determined to win. The Cruise of the Dazzler They were studying hard; even Phil had settled down to text and notebooks with a doggedness not to be expected of her. Anne of the Island "Why not?" said he, a little of his former doggedness returning. The Woodlanders "It was as good as suicide," insisted the General, with doggedness. The Market-Place At one time it looked as though he could not live more than a few hours, and I am convinced that it was only through the Dutchman's doggedness that he pulled through. Moon and Sixpence The despairing doggedness in his tone made her go on her knees on the rug before the fire, very near to him. Sons and Lovers He was quite in his right mind," said Newman, with gentle but dangerous doggedness; "I have never seen him so bright and clever. The American Laboriously, seriously, he kept at it with the doggedness of a drunken man. The Last Trail "Not a shilling less than twenty-five," Thorpe insisted, with quiet doggedness. The Market-Place A certain doggedness took the place of his tentative smile. K He merely smiled very slightly, and thrust his chin forward with an expression of mingled doggedness and good humor. The Raid from Beausejour; and How the Carter Boys Lifted the Mortgage At the same time Letty saw a doggedness in him, a toughness like Fontenoy's own, which astonished her. Sir George Tressady — Volume II But there was a magnificence about the impetuosity, or rather the doggedness with which Fontenoy had plunged into the business of ruining himself, which stirred the imagination. Sir George Tressady — Volume I He answers quietly, but with the noble doggedness which is the reason why we write this chapter in his life. Echoes of the War And to please him she worked with industry, even with doggedness. Helbeck of Bannisdale — Volume I As far as the white members were concerned the journey was one of doggedness and gloom. The Leopard Woman Roused from his accustomed doggedness, the man seemed to make a threatening movement. Dick Sands, the Boy Captain You don't seem to realize," he said with a certain doggedness which Wynne had seldom seen in him, "how it must absorb a man, and take possession of his very reason. The Puritans "Why?" she persisted, with a doggedness that matched his own. The Shadow of the East Adair’s doggedness had triumphed over her failure to do her work thoroughly. Mike Adair's doggedness had triumphed over her failure to do her work thoroughly. Mike and Psmith I had long ago got and lost my second wind and whatever other winds there be, and was moving less by bodily strength than by sheer doggedness of spirit. Salute to Adventurers There was a touch of doggedness in his voice. The Prince and Betty Her escort, wretched and half-starved, never forgot the deference due to their charge, but strode steadily on with the doggedness of martyrs. Beverly of Graustark He stood alone fighting his commercial contests with persistent personal doggedness. Great Fortunes from Railroads This anger, too, made him speak with such a threatening tone to Fulbert as to rouse the doggedness of the boy's nature. The Pillars of the House, V1 Her eyes held a light, half of anger, half of an odd sort of doggedness. The Desired Woman Better training might have ennobled into resolution that which was now doggedness and obstinacy, and, even in that shape, the real element of strength had a tendency to work upon softer natures. The Young Step-Mother The boy was a sturdy, square-built fellow, of twelve, thirteen, with a shock of brown hair, brown cheeks, and sunny brown eyes; with a precocious air of doggedness, of responsibility. The Cardinal's Snuff-Box In some cases a high-spirited youth may be excused them; but, for the most part, they come with doggedness, wrong-headedness, and dense stupidity. The Recreations of a Country Parson The average man, with native doggedness, is fighting for the defence of England. A Traveller in War-Time "I don't want to forget everything," said Johnny, with true Kencroft doggedness. Magnum Bonum The doggedness of despair kept him up, but the strain that pulled down on him was so relentless that the struggle was losing its equality. Brewster's Millions He wanders all day about the bazar, talking about freight and passage, for he has resolved, cost what it will, to travel free, and, with doggedness like his, he must succeed. Personal Narrative of a Pilgrimage to Al-Madinah & Meccah — Volume 1 Stolidly unmindful of the effect they produced on the minds of others in the pursuit of their own selfish ends, they pursued the tenor of their way with bucolic doggedness. Studies from Court and Cloister: being essays, historical and literary dealing mainly with subjects relating to the XVIth and XVIIth centuries In no previous war have the British given more striking proof of their inherent quality of doggedness. A Traveller in War-Time Sa'ad himself, who was blessed with a doggedness that always succeeds, managed to get his passage free by declaring himself an able seaman. The Life of Sir Richard Burton In the determination to appear, and be, energetic, he spoke with a rough obstinacy, a doggedness that now and then became violence. The Odd Women The Egyptian, with all his good humour, merriment, and nonchalance, is notorious for doggedness, when, as the popular phrase is, his "blood is up." Personal Narrative of a Pilgrimage to Al-Madinah & Meccah — Volume 1 The doggedness ended in the defeat of all Henry's enemies; in Margaret's case it ended in her own. Studies from Court and Cloister: being essays, historical and literary dealing mainly with subjects relating to the XVIth and XVIIth centuries "After all, I had rather we didn't put it in that way," Mallard resumed, with a curious doggedness, as if her tone were distasteful to him. The Emancipated With a doggedness which defied conviction, he dragged his feet, suddenly heavy, across the rough grass. The Window-Gazer Some said that he had been at one time a mere farm hand who, by sheer doggedness, had fought his way from the hay-mow to the control of the produce market of seventeen states. Arcadian Adventures with the Idle Rich But with British doggedness they went on trying, and at length succeeded. This Country of Ours "It is fair," said Cooper, with a terrible doggedness. Foul Play Cigarette asked it with a certain petulance and doggedness; taking a namesake out of her breast-pocket, biting its end off, and striking a fusee. Under Two Flags "Yes," replied Krylenko, with a sort of doggedness, "The proletarian Revolution is a great success." Ten Days That Shook the World Others had it that he had been a lumberjack who, by sheer doggedness, had got possession of the whole lumber forest of the Lake district. Arcadian Adventures with the Idle Rich With all his foresight and doggedness of aim, the result of that dinner exceeded Halborough’s expectations. Life's Little Ironies There could be no doggedness in a character that would submit to such trimming. The Last Chronicle of Barset Signora," he repeated, with a certain, almost ugly doggedness, "I was tired. A Spirit in Prison To all of which I attended with automatic regularity, with listless doggedness. The Rise of David Levinsky Others said that he had been a miner in a Lake Superior copper mine who had, by the doggedness of his character, got a practical monopoly of the copper supply. Arcadian Adventures with the Idle Rich Despite his father's angry commands, the boy clung to his intimacy with the Moores with a doggedness that no thrashing could overcome. Bob, Son of Battle The culprit addressed—a dull, heavy-looking youth of nineteen—hesitated with an air of mingled doggedness and sheepishness, and then, without replying, nudged his companion. Colonel Starbottle's Client And yet, somehow, the British doggedness does not always answer. The Christmas Books of Mr. M.A. Titmarsh There was that hopeful determination in his manner that overrode their resigned doggedness. From Sand Hill to Pine She did not seem to notice the boyish doggedness of his speech, except so far as it might have increased her inconsequent and nervously pitched levity. Susy, a story of the Plains But the little creature, now raised ceilingward, now dashed to the ground, held on with incomparable doggedness, till its small jaw was all bloody and muzzle wrinkled with the effort. Bob, Son of Battle "Or ride in a cab," said Christopher, with a quiet doggedness that left no hope of his yielding. A Simpleton But with his old doggedness he particularized his statement. A Waif of the Plains "Not in the least, sir—not in the least," said the colonel, yet, perhaps, with more doggedness than conviction of accent. A Ward of the Golden Gate It amazed him, the doggedness and tenacity of life shown by this wounded rustler. To the Last Man He endured everything with white-lipped, silent doggedness, and still held on his way. Bob, Son of Battle "I feel some curiosity sir," he said, with a strange mixture of doggedness and timidity, "about Miss Gwilt." Armadale He spoke with a dull doggedness, as though mental fatigue did not allow him to say more. New Grub Street He had a sort of weak doggedness which I could not but admire. Seven Men "Really, dearest—!" she murmured; but with a sudden doggedness he renewed his "Why?" The Glimpses of the Moon |
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