as in deep
firmly established over time
the hard-core habits that generate our mountains of trash everyday will be extremely difficult to change
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Recent Examples of hard-core
After that first generation moved on to bigger venues, the 1980s brought a new wave of hardcore regulars such as Agnostic Front, Murphy’s Law, Cro-Mags and Gorilla Biscuits.
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Gil Kaufman, Billboard, 12 May 2025
The Staten Island, New York native briefly joined WWE in 2007 and was featured in a hardcore match at WrestleMania 23.
—Sean Neumann, People.com, 12 May 2025
They’re joined by hardcore acts like Gorilla Biscuits, Murphy’s Law, and Cro-Mags.
—Althea Legaspi, Rolling Stone, 12 May 2025
This is what happens when there is no Shot in the Dark to play and everyone is in hardcore jury management mode.
—Dalton Ross, EW.com, 22 May 2025
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Gil Kaufman, Billboard, 12 May 2025
The Staten Island, New York native briefly joined WWE in 2007 and was featured in a hardcore match at WrestleMania 23.
—Sean Neumann, People.com, 12 May 2025
They’re joined by hardcore acts like Gorilla Biscuits, Murphy’s Law, and Cro-Mags.
—Althea Legaspi, Rolling Stone, 12 May 2025
This is what happens when there is no Shot in the Dark to play and everyone is in hardcore jury management mode.
—Dalton Ross, EW.com, 22 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for hard-core
Adjective
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Driving through deep water can also negatively affect a vehicle's mechanical and electrical systems.—
STAR-TELEGRAM WEATHER BOT,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
4 June 2025
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The logo features a deep red hue, recognizable to car enthusiasts and collectors worldwide.—
Julia Teti,
Footwear News,
3 June 2025
Adjective
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An inveterate traveler who had explored 60-plus countries and often incorporated historical art and cultural references into her designs, McFadden died in September at the age of 85.—
Rosemary Feitelberg,
WWD,
4 Mar. 2025
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My wife and younger son, however, are inveterate puzzle solvers.—
Scott Roxborough,
The Hollywood Reporter,
24 Feb. 2025
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The result: truly actionable meaning from raw metrics—a data compass each person can use to steer lifelong wellness.—
Gaurav Tewari,
Forbes.com,
27 May 2025
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These participants, many of whom face lifelong systemic barriers, celebrated something deeper at their graduation: personal breakthroughs, lasting friendships, and the dignity of being seen.—
Jessica Tzikas,
Sun Sentinel,
27 May 2025
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“Hard-core.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hard-core. Accessed 7 Jun. 2025.
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