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relentlessly

American  
[ri-lent-lis-lee] / rɪˈlɛnt lɪs li /

adverb

  1. without letting up, pausing, or giving up; persistently.

    To win, you need to keep coming at the other team relentlessly, without allowing them time to adjust or alter strategy.


Etymology

Origin of relentlessly

relentless ( def. ) + -ly

Example Sentences

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Weeks later, in July 2014, Drapatiy coordinated the safe withdrawal of 260 troops from an area that was encircled and relentlessly shelled for weeks by Russian forces.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 24, 2026

"After Julian Nagelsmann's resignation, he was our unequivocal choice for the position of national team coach. That's why we pursued him relentlessly," Neuendorf added.

From BBC Jul. 24, 2026

In Japan, fans come up with a song for each player and sing it happily and relentlessly.

From Los Angeles Times Jul. 22, 2026

Housing minister Sian Gwenllian has said a shortage of homes is causing a "housing crisis" and has said she will work "relentlessly" to hit the 20,000 target.

From BBC Jul. 12, 2026

No one could have convinced them that they were not relentlessly and aggressively ugly.

From "The Bluest Eye" by Toni Morrison

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