noun
- plural of intransigence; the quality or state of being unwilling to compromise or change one's position
Usage: usually uncountable in singular form; plural used when referring to multiple instances or manifestations
Examples
- The intransigences of both sides made peace negotiations extremely difficult.
- Her intransigences on the issue prevented any productive discussion.
- The government's intransigences regarding tax reform frustrated lawmakers.
- Despite repeated attempts at dialogue, their intransigences remained unchanged.
- The intransigences displayed by the opposing parties led to a complete breakdown in talks.
- We cannot afford such intransigences when lives are at stake.