Definition of Steely
Steely
Steel·y


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(adjective)
Having a strong and determined quality, like steel.

e.g. Her steely gaze intimidated her opponents in the debate.

(adjective)
hard, cold, and ruthless, tough and determined;

e.g. She had a steely look in her eyes so they knew she wouldn't take 'no' for an answer.



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  • "Unrelenting action is what turns starry-eyed daydreams into steely-eyed objectivists." -- Roy H Williams



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