hard–nosed
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Britannica Dictionary definition of HARD–NOSED
[more hard–nosed; most hard–nosed]
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very tough
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She can be very hard-nosed in her business dealings.
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a hard-nosed football player
2
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not influenced by emotions
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practical and realistic
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hardheaded
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hard-nosed science/realism
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a hard-nosed analysis
