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unwillingness to agree about something or change one's views
- His intransigence during the negotiations made it impossible to reach a deal.
- The company's intransigence on price led to the collapse of the contract talks.
- Despite repeated requests, her intransigence prevented any compromise.
- The political deadlock was caused by the intransigence of both parties.
- Their intransigence frustrated everyone trying to mediate the dispute.
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