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steely

🇬🇧 UK/'stiːlɪ/🇺🇸 US/'sti:li/
B2

Definitions

adj.

Resembling steel in hardness, strength, or cold determination; uncompromising.

钢铁般的;坚定冷酷的;钢制的

🧩 Root Breakdown

Root-derived
st
+
econnector
+
esuffix
+
lyin the manner of
=steely

Common Collocations

  • 1.steely gaze冷峻的目光
  • 2.steely determination钢铁般的决心
  • 3.steely resolve坚定的意志
  • 4.steely nerve过人的胆识

Example Sentences

  • 1.

    She fixed him with a steely gaze that made him look away.

  • 2.

    The negotiator's steely determination finally brought both sides to an agreement.

  • 3.

    His steely resolve never wavered, even under intense pressure.

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