Tenacity
/tɪˈnæsɪti/
Definitions
- (n.) The quality of being persistent, determined, and resolute, especially in pursuing a legal claim or enforcing a right.
The plaintiff's tenacity in pursuing the lawsuit ensured the case was not dismissed.
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In legal contexts, tenacity often describes a party's firm adherence to claims or defenses, underlining the importance of persistence in litigation or negotiations.
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