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How to pronounce obstinate
“obstinate” pronunciation in American and British English
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“obstinate” in real sentences
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-I actually -- I don't mean to be so obstinate.
Late Night with Seth Meyers
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Then he talks about those who are wayward and obstinate.
Light and Truth
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person he took it personally he got really angry he obstinate.
The Spinoff
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application and afterward wrote this this woman is headstrong obstinate and dangerously
UK Parliament
Why real speech
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